Authoritarian
/əˌθɔrəˈtɛriən/
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Definition
(adj) Of, or relating to, or exhibiting strict obedience to an authority; favoring authoritarianism over civic and individual liberties.
Sentence Examples
Human rights groups are putting pressure on authoritarian governments.
State Capitalism could be democratic or authoritarian.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The country was ruled by an ____ regime that suppressed all dissent.