autocrático

autocratic

adjective ow-toh-KRAH-tee-koh Rare

Origin: From Greek autos (self) + kratos (power).

Usage Note

Autocrático describes a style of rule or management characterised by absolute, unilateral control. The noun is autocracia (autocracy) and the person is autócrata (autocrat). It often collocates with régimen autocrático or líder autocrático and carries a clearly negative connotation.

Examples

"El régimen autocrático reprimió la protesta."

Natural Translation

The autocratic regime suppressed the protest.

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