Authoritarian
Pronunciation: /əˌθɔːrəˈtɛriːən/
Authoritarian (adjective)
- wanting complete control over people, often without considering their opinions or rights.
- relating to a government or leader that demands strict obedience and limits personal freedom.
Examples
- The teacher's authoritarian approach kept the class in order.
- An authoritarian manager often demands complete obedience.
Common collocations: authoritarian regime, authoritarian rule, authoritarian state, authoritarian leadership, become an authoritarian
Authoritarian (noun)
- a person who demands strict obedience and controls others without considering their opinions.
Examples
- The authoritarian demanded loyalty from all his followers.
- As an authoritarian, she made all the decisions herself.