Meaning & use

autocratic

adjective·Advanced

Ruling with absolute power and typically allowing little input from others.

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The autocratic CEO made every major decision without consulting his team.

His autocratic style of leadership left employees afraid to voice concerns.

A note on using this word

Autocratic can describe governments or simply a domineering personal style at work or in a family.

Words with a similar meaning

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Words with an opposite meaning

democratic

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