Synonyms of tyrannize

Verb

1. tyrannize, tyrannise, grind down, dictate

usage: rule a country as a tyrant

2. tyrannize, tyrannise, domineer, strong-arm, bully, browbeat, bullyrag, ballyrag, boss around, hector, push around

usage: rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner; "her husband and mother-in-law tyrannize her"

Definition and meaning of tyrannize (Dictionary)