authoritarianism
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/əˌθɔːrəˈteriənɪzəm/
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/ɔːˌθɒrɪˈteəriənɪzəm/
A system where a ruler or government has complete control, and people are expected to obey without question.
The rise of authoritarianism in the country led to stricter rules and less personal freedom for citizens.
该国威权主义的崛起导致规则更加严格,公民的个人自由减少。