autocratic
Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.
Example
“In recent years, the prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.”
Synonyms
- authoritarian
- dictatorial
Related words
- nonautocratic
- autocratically
Where this comes from
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