despotism
noun [ U ] uk/ˈdes.pə.tɪ.zəm/ us/ˈdes.pə.tɪ.zəm/
专制
the rule of a despot (= a ruler with unlimited power, often one who is unfair and cruel)
After years of despotism, the country is now moving towards democracy. 经过多年的专制统治，这个国家现在正在走向民主。
During his reign, he earned a reputation for despotism. 他在统治期间因专制而为人诟病。
See: despot
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- The people feared a revival of military despotism.
- the despotism of colonial governors
- The historic election revived democracy after decades of violence and despotism.