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dictator

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈdɪkˌteɪtɚ/ · UK /dɪkˈteɪtə/

Forms: dictators

dictator means: A ruler who holds complete power over a country, usually without allowing people to oppose them.

noun

ABSOLUTE RULERB2

A ruler who holds complete power over a country, usually without allowing people to oppose them.

  • The dictator controlled the army.
  • People protested against the military dictator.
  • After the dictator fell, the country held free elections.

Similar words: autocrat, tyrant, despot

Common phrases: a military dictator, a brutal dictator, overthrow a dictator

GIVING DICTATIONC2

A person who speaks words for someone to write down, or tells others what to do.

  • The dictator spoke too quickly for the secretary.
  • A clear dictator pauses between sentences.
  • The typist asked the dictator to repeat the last phrase.

Common phrases: a slow dictator, a clear dictator

Questions about dictator

What does dictator mean?

A ruler who holds complete power over a country, usually without allowing people to oppose them.

What is dictator in other languages?

Türkçe: diktatör · Español: dictador · Français: dictateur · Deutsch: Diktator · Italiano: dittatore · 日本語: 独裁者

How do you pronounce dictator?

In American English /ˈdɪkˌteɪtɚ/; in British English /dɪkˈteɪtə/.

How do you use dictator in a sentence?

The dictator controlled the army. People protested against the military dictator.

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