Autocratic

Pronunciation: /ɔːtəˈkrætɪk/

Definitions of autocratic

adjective relating to or characteristic of an autocrat; dictatorial

Example Sentences

A1 The autocratic ruler made all the decisions without consulting anyone else.

A2 The autocratic manager never listened to the opinions of his employees.

B1 The autocratic government imposed strict rules on its citizens.

B2 The autocratic leader's power was absolute and unquestioned.

C1 The autocratic regime suppressed any form of dissent among the population.

C2 The autocratic monarch ruled with an iron fist, brooking no opposition.

Examples of autocratic in a Sentence

formal The autocratic ruler made all decisions without consulting anyone else.

informal The boss is so autocratic, he never listens to anyone's ideas.

slang My mom can be really autocratic when it comes to cleaning my room.

figurative The autocratic grip of fear held the town in its clutches.

Grammatical Forms of autocratic

• past tense: autocratically
• plural: autocrats
• comparative: more autocratic
• superlative: most autocratic
• present tense: autocratically
• future tense: will be autocratic
• perfect tense: has been autocratic
• continuous tense: is being autocratic
• singular: autocratic
• positive degree: autocratic
• infinitive: to be autocratic
• gerund: autocratically
• participle: autocratically

Origin and Evolution of autocratic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'autocratic' originated from the Greek word 'autokrator', meaning self-ruling or absolute ruler.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a ruler with absolute power, the word 'autocratic' has evolved to also refer to any person or system that exercises complete control or authority without considering the opinions or wishes of others.