authoritarian
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/əˌθɔːrəˈteriən/
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/ɔːˌθɒrɪˈteəriən/
Supporting a system where people are controlled by strict rules and have little freedom.
The new school principal has an authoritarian approach to discipline.
A person who believes in controlling others with strict rules and little freedom.
The authoritarian leader demanded complete obedience from his followers.