Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autocrat
noun
/ˈɔːtəˌkræt/
Definition
An autocrat is a ruler who has absolute power and authority over a state or organization.
Examples
- The king was considered an autocrat, making decisions without consulting anyone.
- Throughout history, many autocrats have faced resistance from their subjects.
Meaning
The term typically refers to a leader who wields full control without any legal limitations or opposition.
Synonyms
- dictator
- despot
- tyrant
- monarch
- soverign
