Dictatorships Synonyms and Antonyms

A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. tyrannies
  2. autocracies
  3. coercions
  4. absolutisms
  5. monocracies
Antonyms:
  1. democracies
Absolute power, especially when exercised unjustly or cruelly
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. tyrannies
  2. autocracies
A government in which a single leader or party exercises absolute control over all citizens and every aspect of their lives
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. monocracies
  2. tyrannies
  3. autocracies
  4. autarchies
  5. absolutisms

Dictatorships Sentence Examples

  • The number of dictatorships is falling.

  • In addition to the reckless speculation of this period, there were continued political dissensions, repeated dictatorships and financial mismanagement on the part of the government.

  • Dictatorships are toppling, and the Internet is helping that along.

  • For many of the same reasons as monarchies, dictatorships are inherently warlike.

  • It is less certain whether the dictatorships held by Caesar were of a consciously provisional character.