Domitian

/doʊˈmɪʃən/ noun, adjective

Definition

Relating to the Roman Emperor Domitian or his reign (81-96 AD); characterized by tyranny and autocratic rule.

Etymology

From the name Domitian, a Roman emperor. 'Domitian' as an adjective describes his style of authoritarian governance.

Kelly Says

Emperor Domitian was so paranoid and tyrannical that Roman historians literally rewrote history to make him look worse—modern historians have to carefully separate propaganda from reality, showing how even ancient 'facts' can be politically invented.

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