autocratic — having unlimited power; ruling with absolute authority; dictatorial
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having unlimited power; ruling with absolute authority; dictatorial
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/
Korean meaning: 독재적인, 전제적인, 절대적 권력을 가진
Korean pronunciation: 오터**크래**틱
Example Sentences
- My mom becomes autocratic when it comes to cleaning my room - resistance is futile!
- The autocratic chef refused to let anyone else touch his precious recipes.
- His autocratic management style made employees feel like they were working for a medieval king.
autocratic
ADJECTIVE//ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk//
having unlimited power; ruling with absolute authority; dictatorial
a king sits rigidly on an enormous golden throne, pointing his scepter downward at kneeling subjects. His crown gleams as he makes a harsh decree with a stern expression. The pointed scepter causes the people below to bow their heads lower in fear. Several guards stand at attention while servants tremble as they await orders. Noble advisors keep their distance, none daring to speak or question the ruler's commands. having unlimited power and ruling with absolute authority
The AUTO sits like a CRAT with absolute power - autocratic!
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Origin
From Greek 'autokratēs' meaning 'one who rules by himself.' The term described rulers who held absolute power without sharing authority with others.
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“My mom becomes autocratic when it comes to cleaning my room - resistance is futile!”
“The autocratic chef refused to let anyone else touch his precious recipes.”
“His autocratic management style made employees feel like they were working for a medieval king.”
“The autocratic principal banned all fun activities, earning the nickname 'The Fun Police.'”
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