authoritarian
adjective
Pronunciation: /əˌθɔːrɪˈteəriən/
Definition
Favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of personal freedom.
Examples
The country was governed by an authoritarian regime that suppressed all political dissent.
His authoritarian parenting style left little room for his children to express their own opinions.
She found the workplace culture too authoritarian, as every minor decision required approval from the CEO.
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