Dictatorial Meaning
[dɪktəˈtɔːɹɪəɫ]Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjof or pertaining to a dictator
adjin the manner of a dictator, usually with callous disregard for others.
Sentence Examples
All prayer is dictatorial.
I don't recognize your dictatorial rules.
The Algerian dictatorial regime seeks war under any pretext.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ leadership style alienated many of his former supporters.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
All prayer is ____.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English dictator Proto-Indo-European *h₂el-der.? Proto-Italic *-ālis Latin -ālisder. Old French -ialder. Middle English -ial English -ial English dictatorial From dictator + -ial.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
""It was chiefly on account of his father," replied the Doctor, addressing the General, "that Philimore persevered in so rigidly keeping the secret of his attachment, having been once told by him, in the language of worldly dictatorial authority, that he would sooner follow him to the grave than that he should see him marry without fortune[…]"
— 1838, [Letitia Elizabeth] Landon (indicated as editor), Duty and Inclination: […], volume III, London: Henry Colburn, […], →OCLC, pages 202–203:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ leadership style alienated many of his former supporters.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
All prayer is ____.