autocratic

CEFRC2

/ˌɔːtəˈkɹætɪk/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Using complete power without allowing others much choice or control.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.

Examples

  • I recalled her as an energetic, autocratic personality, somewhat inclined to charitable and social notoriety.

  • I recalled her as an energetic, autocratic personality.

At a glance

Sits at C2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2
Synonyms
5

Also pronounced

  • /ˌɑtoʊˈkɹætɪk/

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Of or pertaining to the manner of an autocrat.

More examples

In context

  • Despite his lack of actual authority, his autocratic demeanour annoyed many of his colleagues.

  • In recent years, the prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.

  • Donna became autocratic the day Daniel born, and she realized she had absolute power over another human being.

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Origin

adjective

From autocrat + -ic, equivalent to auto- + -cratic.