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Vocabulary Entry
authoritarian
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or favoring the concentration of power in a leader or an elite not representative of the people.
Example Sentences
"The country's government took an authoritarian approach to enforce the new laws."
"Many people find authoritarian regimes to be less tolerant of dissent."
"Authoritarian leaders often limit freedoms in order to maintain control."
N
noun
A person who supports or advocates for authoritarian principles or governance.
Example Sentences
"The authoritarian in charge showed little regard for public opinion."
"As an authoritarian, he believed that strict rules were necessary for societal stability."
"Critics described the politician as an authoritarian who silenced opposition."