Autokrata (en. Autocrat)

aw-tok-rah-tah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A leader with absolute and unlimited power in a state or organization.
The autocrat decided without consulting his advisors.
Ang autokrata ay nagpasya nang walang konsultasyon sa kanyang mga tagapayo.
An individual who rules without considering the opinions of others.
His leadership style seemed autocratic, leaving no room for debate.
Ang kanyang istilo ng pamumuno ay tila autokratiko, nang walang puwang para sa debate.
A type of government where only one person has control over decisions.
Under an autocratic government, citizens' rights are often violated.
Sa ilalim ng autokratikong pamahalaan, ang mga karapatan ng mamamayan ay kadalasang nalalabag.

Etymology

Greek, from the word 'autokratēs' meaning 'having absolute power'

Common Phrases and Expressions

autocratic government
Government where only one leader or autocrat has power.
autokratikong pamahalaan
rule of the autocrat
Leadership that lacks measure or boundary.
pamumuno ng autokrata

Related Words

democratic
A type of government where power is shared among the citizens.
demokratiko
power
The ability or authority to make decisions and enforce them.
kapangyarihan

Slang Meanings

Control freak, doesn't care about others' opinions.
He's really the autocrat of the group; all decisions go his way.
Siya talaga ang autokrata sa grupo, lahat ng desisyon siya ang masusunod.
Bossy, likes to dictate.
He acts like an autocrat at work, always interfering with everything.
Parang autokrata siya sa trabaho, lagi na lang nakikialam sa lahat.
Arrogant, always has a personal decision.
Don't be afraid to speak up; he's not an autocrat who always has his own decision.
Huwag kang mahiyang magsalita, hindi siya autokrata na laging may sariling desisyon.