👑autocratic

adjective
/ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/

Meaning

Relating to a ruler who has absolute power and does not consult others.

Example Sentences

The manager’s autocratic style discouraged employees from sharing their ideas.

Example Expressions

autocratic rule

Synonyms

dictatorial, authoritarian, absolute, tyrannical, despotic

Antonyms

democratic, liberal, participatory

Collocations

autocratic rule, autocratic regime, autocratic leader, autocratic government

Related Vocabularies

Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.
Giving an appearance or impression different from the truth; misleading.
self-assured; certain; having belief in one's abilities
Surpassing all others; very distinguished in some way.
impartial; not supporting either side in a conflict or disagreement; unbiased
Capable of being implied or suggested.

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