autocrat
/ˈɔːtəkræt/
noun
- A ruler who has total power and authority over a country, often ruling without any limits or laws.
- Citizens lived in fear of the autocrat, who could imprison anyone without trial.
- The autocrat banned all political parties and controlled the media.
- Historians often compare the ancient autocrat to modern dictators.
- A person who behaves as if they have complete control over others, especially in a group or organization, and expects everyone to obey them.
- The team leader acted like an autocrat, making all decisions without consulting us.
- She ran the household like an autocrat, demanding that everything be done her way.
- Our manager is a total autocrat who never listens to anyone else's ideas.