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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

despotisms

/dɛˈspɒtɪzəmz/ noun · British & US
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What does despotisms mean?

noun

A system of government in which one person has complete control and power, often in a cruel or oppressive manner. A period of time during which a country or region is ruled by a despot.

Example

"The country's history was marked by a series of despotisms that lasted for centuries."

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