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Definitions
characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
Word origin
From Ancient Greek δεσποτικός (despotikós) via French despotique, equivalent to despot + -ic.
Used in a sentence
“This despotic age of the empire ended in a revolt.”
“The despotic king dissolved the parliament, and took personal control of the country.”
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