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autocrat

/ɔːtəˈkræt/ noun · British & US
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What does autocrat mean?

noun

A person who has complete control over a government or organization, often in a harsh or oppressive way. A ruler who has absolute power.

Example

"The autocrat made decisions without consulting his advisors."

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