Authoritarianism Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms

Authoritarianism [uh-thawr-i-tair-ee-uhn-i-zuhm]

NOUN

The state of being authoritarian.
The idea of believing that the people with power, especially the state have the power to control other people's actions.

Example

"It is leadership that may sometimes lead to authoritarianism."

"The concept of democracy is against the principles of authoritarianism."

Synonyms

Autocracy, Despotism, Dictatorship, Totalitarianism, Monocracy

Antonyms

Democracy