Absolutista (en. Absolutist)
/abso.lu.tis.ta/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person who advocates for absolutism as a form of government.
The king was a convinced absolutist who did not tolerate opposition.
El rey era un absolutista convencido, que no toleraba la oposición.
A defender of the idea of absolute power in any context.
Absolutists argue that a strong leader is necessary in times of crisis.
Los absolutistas argumentan que un líder fuerte es necesario en tiempos de crisis.
Etymology
From the Latin 'absolutus', which means free, complete.
Common Phrases and Expressions
political absolutism
A political system where power is concentrated in one person.
absolutismo político
absolutist government
A government characterized by the concentration of power in a single leader.
gobierno absolutista
absolute power
Total authority without restrictions or limitations.
poder absoluto
Related Words
absolutism
A political system that grants all power to a ruler.
absolutismo
despotism
A form of government where power is exercised without restrictions.
despotismo
monarchy
A system of government in which the head of state is a king or queen.
monarquía
Slang Meanings
An authoritarian leader who imposes his will.
That CEO is an absolutist, always making all decisions without consulting the team.
Ese CEO es un absolutista, siempre toma todas las decisiones sin consultar al equipo.
Someone who does not accept other opinions or ideas.
In the meeting, Juan was absolutist, not allowing anyone else to voice their opinion.
En la reunión, Juan se mostró absolutista, no dejó que nadie más diera su opinión.