Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

absolute power

noun

/ˈæb.sə.luːt ˈpaʊ.ər/

Definition

Absolute power refers to the complete and unrestricted authority or control over something or someone, often employed in contexts such as governance or organizational hierarchy.

Examples

The monarch ruled with absolute power, making decisions without any checks or balances.
In a dictatorship, the leader often holds absolute power, sidelining any opposition.
The company’s CEO exercised absolute power over the organization, influencing every major decision.

Meaning

The term denotes a state of having total control without any limitations, typically associated with a ruler or governing entity that possesses ultimate power over the people or the functions of a particular organization.