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autocracy

Syllabification: (au·toc·ra·cy)

Pronunciation: /ôˈtäkrəsē/

Definition of autocracy

noun (plural autocracies)

a system of government by one person with absolute power.
a country, state, or society governed by one person with absolute power.
domineering rule or control:a boss who shifts between autocracy, persuasion, and consultation