autocracy

• Substantiv, das eine Herrschaftsform bezeichnet, bei der eine einzelne Person uneingeschränkte Macht ausübt, oder die politische Lehre, die eine solche Alleinherrschaft befürwortet.

A noun referring to a system of government where one person holds absolute power, or the political theory that supports such unlimited authority.

1. System of governmentB2formalpolitical

   A political system in which one person holds absolute power and authority over the state.

   Autokratie

   • The country was ruled by an autocracy for decades.
   • Autocracy often suppresses political opposition and free speech.
   • Many revolutions aim to overthrow an autocracy.

   Synonymeabsolutismdespotismdictatorshiptyranny

   Antonymedemocracyoligarchyrepublic

2. C1formalpolitical

   A political theory that advocates for unlimited authority vested in a single ruler.

   Autokratie

   • The philosopher wrote extensively about the dangers of autocracy.
   • Autocracy as a theory has been criticized for its lack of checks and balances.
   • Some historical leaders justified their rule through the principles of autocracy.

   Synonymeabsolutismdespotismdictatorshipmonocracytyranny

   Antonymedemocracyrepublicanism