tyrannize

1. (verb) rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner; "her husband and mother-in-law tyrannize her"
Synonyms: domineer
Related Words: ballyrag, boss around, browbeat, bully, bullyrag, hector, push around, strong-arm

2. (verb) rule a country as a tyrant
Synonyms: grind down
Related Words: dictate



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