Thomas Jefferson used the word 'Despotism' when referring to the king as an absolute tyrant.
Despotism is a form of government where all power is concentrated in just one ruler, in isolation and arbitrarily. Despotism is practiced by a despot; an individual who uses his power to cruelly and authoritatively tyrannize and oppress those who do not follow his norms.
Despotism is considered one of the simplest forms of government, as there is no concern and need to create laws or a constitution that guides the nation. The main feature of a despotic government is power above reason.
<span>"The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States." </span>Jefferson made a list of objections to the British Empire in his first draft of the Declaration of Independence (1776).<span> </span>
