dictator — a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɪkteɪtər/
Example Sentences
- The kitchen dictator wouldn't let anyone else cook during the dinner party.
- My cat acts like a furry little dictator, demanding treats at 3 AM.
- The people finally rose up against the corrupt dictator after decades of oppression.
dictator
NOUN[/ˈdɪkteɪtər/]
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
The dictator silences the crowd with a single raised fist on the balcony.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin dictator, originally denoting a temporary chief magistrate appointed by the Roman Republic during emergencies. Derived from dictare (to command, dictate), literally meaning 'one who commands' or 'one who dictates.'
Breakdown
dictare (to command, dictate) + -ator (one who, agent noun suffix) = 'one who commands or dictates'
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📝Examples
“The kitchen dictator wouldn't let anyone else cook during the dinner party.”
“My cat acts like a furry little dictator, demanding treats at 3 AM.”
“The people finally rose up against the corrupt dictator after decades of oppression.”
“She became the dictator of the TV remote control in our house.”
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