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autocratic.

Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.

10 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˌɔːtəˈkɹætɪk/Received-Pronunciation/ˌɑtoʊˈkɹætɪk/General-American
  1. Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.

    In recent years, the prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.
  2. Of or pertaining to the manner of an autocrat.

    derogatory
    Despite his lack of actual authority, his autocratic demeanour annoyed many of his colleagues.
Where this word comes from

From autocrat + -ic, equivalent to auto- + -cratic.

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