n. Function: noun
absolute government in which unlimited power is vested in a single usually severe and oppressive ruler FF1C; the tyranny of Hitler FF1E;
Synonyms: autocracy, despotism, dictatorship, totalitarianism
Related Words: monocracy; absolutism, authoritarianism, fascism; domination, oppression, totality; terrorism
Idioms: iron heel ( or boot)
Contrasted Words: democracy; freedom; anarchy