Across
- 5. the exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way
- 7. accept something reluctantly but without protest
- 8. generosity or forgiveness, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself
- 11. cruel and oppressive government or rule
- 12. impose a tax or fee; enlist a soldier
Down
- 1. absence of objection rather than genuine approval; toleration
- 2. take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force
- 3. deny any responsibility or support for
- 4. drive, force, or urge (someone)to do something
- 6. deceitfulness; untrustworthiness
- 9. renounce one's throne; to fail to fulfil a duty
- 10. he holding of an office; a period for which an office is held