tirano
tyrant
noun tee-RRAH-noh Rare
Origin: From Greek tyrannos, 'absolute ruler'.
Usage Note
Tirano can be used literally (a political dictator) or figuratively (an unreasonably demanding boss or parent). The feminine is tirana. The adjective tiránico means 'tyrannical', the abstract noun tiranía means 'tyranny', and the verb tiranizar means 'to tyrannise'.
Examples
"El pueblo se rebeló contra el tirano."
Natural Translation
The people rebelled against the tyrant.
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