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Comparative
more authoritarian
Superlative
most authoritarian
1
(of a person or system) enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of individual freedom
- The authoritarian regime tightly controls the media and suppresses dissenting voices.
- Her leadership style was criticized for being too authoritarian.
- Authoritarian leaders often rely on censorship and propaganda to maintain power.
- He displayed an authoritarian attitude towards his subordinates.
- Authoritarian government frequently disregard human rights and civil liberties in the name of stability.
2
showing little concern for others' wishes or opinions
- His authoritarian manner at team meetings made coworkers reluctant to speak up.
- She accused her manager of being authoritarian after he vetoed every suggestion.
- The coach's authoritarian style produced short-term results but damaged morale.
- Neighbors complained about the landlord's authoritarian demands for how tenants must maintain their yards.
- He adopted an authoritarian tone in the conversation, cutting others off and insisting on his plan.
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