noun a government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy.
2. despotism ·noun the power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
noun a government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy.
2. despotism ·noun the power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
Webster English vocab. Английский словарь Webster. 2012