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Definition of Authoritarian
1. Noun. A person who behaves in a tyrannical manner. "My boss is a dictator who makes everyone work overtime"
Exact synonyms: Dictator
Specialized synonyms: Big Brother, Disciplinarian, Martinet, Moralist
Generic synonyms: Oppressor
Derivative terms: Dictate
Specialized synonyms: Big Brother, Disciplinarian, Martinet, Moralist
Generic synonyms: Oppressor
Derivative terms: Dictate
2. Adjective. Characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty. "A tyrannical government"
Exact synonyms: Autocratic, Despotic, Dictatorial, Tyrannic, Tyrannical
Similar to: Undemocratic
Derivative terms: Autocrat, Despot, Dictator, Tyranny, Tyranny
Similar to: Undemocratic
Derivative terms: Autocrat, Despot, Dictator, Tyranny, Tyranny
3. Adjective. Expecting unquestioning obedience. "Insufferably overbearing behavior toward the waiter"
Definition of Authoritarian
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