Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

military-junta

noun
/ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri ˈhʌntə/
Definition
A military-junta is a government led by a committee of military leaders.
Examples
  • After the coup, a military-junta took control of the country.
  • The military-junta ruled with an iron fist, suppressing dissent and free speech.
Meaning
This term refers to a group that takes control of the government, often through force, and typically suspends the constitution and takes over governance.
Synonyms
  • military government
  • dictatorship
  • authoritarian regime