autocrat

/ˈɔːtəkræt/
noun
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
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