autocratic
|au-to-crat-ic|
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/ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/
absolute power
Etymology
Etymology Information
'autocratic' originates from the Greek word 'autokratēs,' where 'auto-' meant 'self' and 'kratos' meant 'power.'
Historical Evolution
'autokratēs' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'autocraticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'autocratic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'self-ruling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a ruler with absolute power.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to a ruler who has absolute power.
The country was under autocratic rule for decades.
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Adjective 2
taking no account of other people's wishes or opinions; domineering.
His autocratic management style alienated his team.
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