1. exercising power in a cruel or oppressive way; ruling harshly and unjustly
Usage: present participle of tyrannize

Examples

• The dictator was tyrannizing his people through harsh laws and brutal punishments.
• She accused her boss of tyrannizing the employees with unreasonable demands.
• The older students were tyrannizing the younger ones in the hallway.
• He felt his parents were tyrannizing him with their strict rules.
• The corrupt officials were tyrannizing the local merchants with excessive taxes.
• Stop tyrannizing your little sister and let her play with her toys.
• The king was known for tyrannizing anyone who opposed his rule.