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
