nounfemininepl: tyrannies
tirania
1. Cruel and oppressive rule by an absolute ruler or authority
The tyranny of the dictator lasted for decades.
A tirania do ditador durou por décadas.
2. Severe or harsh control; domination through unjust use of authority
She escaped from the tyranny of her oppressive family.
Ela escapou da tirania de sua família opressiva.
3. The condition of being under harsh rule or oppression
The people lived under the tyranny of an unjust government.
O povo vivia sob a tirania de um governo injusto.
Related Idioms & Phrases
tyranny of the majority - when a majority imposes its preferences on a minority
the tyranny of distance - difficulties caused by geographical isolation
tyranny of small decisions - cumulative effect of minor choices leading to unintended outcomes
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