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Meaning of satrapical in English:

satrapical

adjective

  • Of, relating to, or characteristic of a satrap or satraps; specifically tyrannical.

Pronunciation

satrapical

/səˈtrapɪkl/ /səˈtreɪpɪkl/

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Sydney Smith (1771–1845), author and wit. From satrap + -ical.