Dictatorially: meaning, definitions and examples

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dictatorially

 

[ dɪkˌteɪ.təˈrɪə.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a dictatorial manner

Characterized by absolute power or authority; autocratic. Acting in an oppressively overbearing manner.

Synonyms

authoritatively, autocratically, despotically

Examples of usage

  • He ruled dictatorially, ignoring the will of the people.
  • She managed the team dictatorially, without considering their opinions.

Translations

Translations of the word "dictatorially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ditatorialmente

🇮🇳 तानाशाही ढंग से

🇩🇪 diktatorisch

🇮🇩 secara diktator

🇺🇦 диктаторськи

🇵🇱 dyktatorsko

🇯🇵 独裁的に

🇫🇷 dictatorialement

🇪🇸 dictatorialmente

🇹🇷 diktatörce

🇰🇷 독재적으로

🇸🇦 بطريقة ديكتاتورية

🇨🇿 diktátorsky

🇸🇰 diktátorsky

🇨🇳 独裁地

🇸🇮 diktatorsko

🇮🇸 einræðislega

🇰🇿 диктаторлық

🇬🇪 დიქტატორულად

🇦🇿 diktatorcasına

🇲🇽 dictatorialmente

Etymology

The word 'dictatorially' is derived from the noun 'dictator', which originated from the Latin word 'dictator', meaning 'one who dictates'. In ancient Rome, a dictator was a ruler with absolute power, appointed in times of crisis. The adverb 'dictatorially' reflects the characteristics of a dictator, emphasizing the authoritarian and oppressive nature of such rule.

See also: antidictatorial.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,910, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.