Meaning of the word despotism in English

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despotism

US /ˈdes.pə.tɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈdes.pə.tɪ.zəm/
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Noun

1.

the exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way

Example:
The country suffered under decades of despotism.
The revolution was a reaction against royal despotism.
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