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DESPOT

a ruler with absolute power and authority

The meaning of the word despot is a ruler with absolute power and authority.

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diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
arsenalan establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
undertakerone who undertakes : one who takes the risk and management of business : entrepreneur
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
floefloating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water
staticexerting force by reason of weight alone without motion
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
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