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Tyrannical vs Dogmatic - What's the difference?

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Tyrannical is a related term of dogmatic.


As adjectives the difference between tyrannical and dogmatic

is that tyrannical is (not comparable) of, or relating to tyranny or a tyrant while dogmatic is (philosophy|medicine) adhering only to principles which are true a priori , rather than truths based on evidence or deduction.

As a noun dogmatic is

one of an ancient sect of physicians who went by general principles; opposed to the empiric.

tyrannical

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (not comparable) Of, or relating to tyranny or a tyrant.
  • (comparable) Despotic, oppressive or authoritarian.

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    dogmatic

    English

    Alternative forms

    * dogmatical

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • (philosophy, medicine) Adhering only to principles which are true a priori , rather than truths based on evidence or deduction.
  • Pertaining to dogmas; doctrinal.
  • Asserting dogmas or beliefs in a superior or arrogant way; opinionated, dictatorial.

    • Noun

    (en noun)
  • One of an ancient sect of physicians who went by general principles; opposed to the empiric.
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