autocratic

2 definitions • 5 examples

demanding that people obey completely, without asking or caring about anyone else's opinions:

an autocratic ruler/regime

an autocratic style of government/leadership/management

The president resigned after 30 years of autocratic rule.

controlled by one leader who has total power, and who does not allow anyone else to make decisions:

autocratic leadership/management/company An autocratic management style often results in high staff turnover and low employee morale.

an autocratic regime/government/leader