autocracy
/ɔˈtɑkɹəsi/
a system of government by one person with absolute power
autocracy in a sentence
“The autocracy suppressed all forms of dissent.”
Origin of autocracy
Greek autokrateia from autokratēs (self-ruling), from autos (self) + kratos (power, rule)
Related Words
oligarchy
a government in which power is held by a small group
plutocracy
government by the wealthy; a ruling wealthy class
meritocracy
government or holding of power by people selected based on ability
despotism
the exercise of absolute power, especially cruelly
tyranny
cruel and oppressive government or rule
subjugation
the action of bringing under domination or control