Synonyms: tyrannic, tyrannical, despotic, dictatorial, authoritarian, autocratic
Definition: characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
Usage: an authoritarian regime; autocratic government; despotic rulers; a dictatorial rule that lasted for the duration of the war; a tyrannical government
Similar words: undemocratic
Definition: not in agreement with or according to democratic doctrine or practice or ideals
Usage: the union broke with its past undemocratic procedures
Synonyms: despotic
Definition: ruled by or characteristic of a despot
Usage: moved from a feudal to a despotic order; his administration was arrogant and despotic
Similar words: undemocratic
Definition: not in agreement with or according to democratic doctrine or practice or ideals
Usage: the union broke with its past undemocratic procedures