Where does “tyrannus” come from?
tyrannus (Latin) comes from Ancient Greek τύραννος — absolute ruler (originally applied to the Lydian king).
tyrannus (Latin): ruler, monarch; tyrant, despot
Definitions
- ruler, monarch; tyrant, despot
Ancestry of “tyrannus”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ancient Greek | τύραννος | absolute ruler (originally applied to the Lydian king) |