Paternalist

Pronunciation: /ˈpætˈɝnəˈɫɪst/

Paternalist (adjective)

  1. Describing a way of acting that controls or guides others, often for their own good.

Examples

  • A paternalist attitude can limit individual freedom.
  • A paternalist leader makes decisions for others.

Common collocations: paternalist policies, paternalist approach, paternalist mindset

Synonyms of Paternalist

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Paternalist

  • — advocates for individual freedom and minimal authority.
  • — opposes all forms of hierarchical authority.