Surrender and Tyrannise

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Surrender verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.

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Tyrannise is an antonym for surrender.

Nearby Words: surrendered, surrendering

Tyrannise verb - Rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner.

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Surrender is an antonym for tyrannise.

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