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tyrannies

/ˈtɪrənzi/ noun · British & US
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What does tyrannies mean?

noun

A system of government where power is held by a single ruler or a small group of people, often in a cruel or oppressive manner. A tyranny of the majority, where the rights of a minority are ignored or suppressed.

Example

"The tyrannies of the regime were evident in the widespread human rights abuses."

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