AUTOCRACY: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for AUTOCRACY?

Need another word that means the same as “autocracy”? Find 8 synonyms and 30 related words for “autocracy” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Autocracy” are: autarchy, absolutism, absolute power, totalitarianism, dictatorship, despotism, tyranny, monocracy

Autocracy as a Noun

Definitions of "Autocracy" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “autocracy” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A political system governed by a single individual.
• A system of government by one person with absolute power.
• A state or society governed by one person with absolute power.
• A political theory favoring unlimited authority by a single individual.
• Domineering rule or control.

Synonyms of "Autocracy" as a noun (8 Words)

absolute power	Something that is conceived or that exists independently and not in relation to other things; something that does not depend on anything else and is beyond human control; something that is not relative.
absolutism	The holding of absolute principles in political, philosophical, or theological matters.
autarchy	A political system governed by a single individual.
despotism	A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc. Some nations are democracies others are despotisms.
dictatorship	Absolute authority in any sphere. The effects of forty years of dictatorship.
monocracy	A system of government by one person only.
totalitarianism	A system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience to the state. Democratic countries were fighting against totalitarianism.
tyranny	Dominance through threat of punishment and violence. The tyranny of the nine to five day.

Usage Examples of "Autocracy" as a noun

• A boss who shifts between autocracy and consultation.
• The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was an autocracy.

Associations of "Autocracy" (30 Words)

authoritarian	An authoritarian person. An authoritarian regime.
bureaucratic	Over-concerned with procedure at the expense of efficiency or common sense. Well established bureaucratic procedures.
despot	A ruler or other person who holds absolute power, typically one who exercises it in a cruel or oppressive way.
despotism	The exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way. The ideology of enlightened despotism.
devout	Deeply religious H.L.Mencken. The most devout environmentalist.
dictator	(in ancient Rome) a chief magistrate with absolute power, appointed in an emergency. My boss is a dictator who makes everyone work overtime.
dictatorship	Government by a dictator. The effects of forty years of dictatorship.
dominate	Have dominance or the power to defeat over. Her husband completely dominates her.
domineering	Tending to domineer. How can I do my job with a domineering boss yelling in my ear.
fascism	(in general use) extreme authoritarian, oppressive, or intolerant views or practices. This is yet another example of health fascism in action.
fascist	An adherent of fascism or other right-wing authoritarian views. Eastern European fascists could win power only with support from the Nazis.
feudal	Of or relating to or characteristic of feudalism. The feudal system.
government	Government the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed. A democratic form of government.
illiberal	Opposed to liberal principles; restricting freedom of thought or behaviour. Illiberal and anti democratic policies.
monocracy	A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.
monopolize	Have or take the greatest share of. OPEC wants to monopolize oil.
oligarchy	Government by an oligarchy. The big cities were notoriously in the hands of the oligarchy of local businessmen.
oppression	The state of being subject to oppressive treatment. A response to collective poverty and oppression.
persecution	Persistent annoyance or harassment. His persecution at the hands of other students.
plutocracy	A political system governed by the wealthy people. Officials were drawn from the new plutocracy.
political	Involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians. A political crime.
proletarian	A member of the proletariat. They are true proletarians.
regime	A coordinated programme for the promotion or restoration of health a regimen. A tax regime.
religious	A member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience. Both men were deeply religious and moralistic.
reverent	Showing great reverence for god. A reverent silence.
suppress	Consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior. Suppress a smile.
theocracy	A political unit governed by a deity (or by officials thought to be divinely guided. It is a society just emerging from theocracy.
totalitarianism	A system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience to the state. Democratic countries were fighting against totalitarianism.
tyranny	Cruel and oppressive government or rule. The tyranny of her stepmother.
tyrant	A tyrant flycatcher. The tyrant was deposed by popular demonstrations.