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dictatorship

/dɪkˈtætərʃɪp/ noun · British & US
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What does dictatorship mean?

noun

A system of government where one person has complete control and power, often obtained through force or manipulation. A person who rules a country or organization with absolute power, often in a cruel or oppressive manner.

Example

"The dictator's regime was marked by widespread human rights abuses and economic stagnation."

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