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Learn “Despot”

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Despot

noun/DES-pot/

Meaning

A ruler who uses total power in a cruel and unfair way.

In context

A despot rules by fear rather than by fair laws.

Remember it

'Despot' sounds like 'desperate spot' — being under a cruel ruler's thumb.

Use it well

Use for a harsh, all-powerful ruler, often in history essays.