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TYRANNY

oppressive power

The meaning of the word tyranny is oppressive power.

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bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
treadto step or walk on or over
apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
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cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
rustleto make or cause a rustle
lamentto mourn aloud : wail