Cruel Government by an Absolute Ruler

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Medieval Times, Group 237, Puzzle 5 (Bayeux Tapestry).

Question is: Cruel Government by an Absolute Ruler

and the answer is: TYRANNY

Word Meaning:

TYRANNY — A government in which a single ruler (a tyrant) has absolute power, or this system of government; especially, one that acts cruelly and unjustly.

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