adj · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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Received-Pronunciation:/ˌɔːtəˈkɹætɪk/
General-American:/ˌɑtoʊˈkɹætɪk/
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rhymes with -ætɪk
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Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
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adj
Meaning 1
Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
In recent years, the prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
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adj
Meaning 2
Of or pertaining to the manner of an autocrat.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory
Examples
Despite his lack of actual authority, his autocratic demeanour annoyed many of his colleagues.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
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adjective satellite
Meaning 3
characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
an authoritarian regime
autocratic government
despotic rulers
a dictatorial rule that lasted for the duration of the war
