Dictionary Definition
autocratical adj
1 of the nature of or relating to an autocrat;
"an autocratic ruler" [syn: autocratic]
2 relating to or of the nature of or having
characteristics of an autocracy; "an autocratic government";
"autocratic political rule" [syn: autocratic]
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English
Pronunciation
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- Rhymes: -ætɪk
Adjective
- Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.
- In recent times the British prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.
- Of or pertaining to the manner of an autocrat.
- Despite his lack of any actual authority his autocratic demeanour annoyed many of his colleagues.