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Originally posted by DKSuddeth
ty·rant ( P ) Pronunciation Key (trnt)
1. An absolute ruler who governs without restrictions.
2. A ruler who exercises power in a harsh, cruel manner.
3. An oppressive, harsh, arbitrary person.
note RWA, it specifically refers to an absolute ruler, a ruler who exercises power, whereas your definition of terrorist refers to a person or a group of people, therefore its only proper and correct to use tyrant when referring to leaders of governments/countries and terrorist when referring to individuals or groups who are not recognized legitimate leaders of nations.
write to websters if you'd like to rewrite the dictionary.
BS, both words are applicable. Your "big point" is stupid and ancillary.