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Dec 22, 2019 · A dictator has longevity and has uncontested authority over institutions (state, army, party) while a despot's power is less universally distributed.
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Nov 26, 2016 · A tyrant controls with force, often giving brutal punishments. A despot is more of a 'control freak' with absurdly detailed rules.
Despotism and dictatorship are synonyms. A despot, much like a dictator, rules according to their wishes and does not allow any external factor to influence ...
Mar 5, 2020 · Autocrat? Despot? Dictator? Tyrant? Choose wisely. They all refer to absolute authority and have negative connotations, though not all started that way.
Nowadays, "despotism" can refer to any absolutist or dictatorial regime or leader that uses their power in a cruel manner.
Oct 3, 2017 · "Dictator" and "despot" emphasize that the ruler is an absolute ruler who rules by decree. "Tyrant" emphasizes the ruler as unjust and oppressive.
Despotism has originated in 14th century BC whereas Dictatorship took roots in 19th century AD.
Despotism is a form of government which, while being authoritarian and arbitrary, is legitimate if not legal, in some countries, whereas tyranny, in the most ...