a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner
"my boss is a dictator who makes everyone work overtime"
One who commands absolute obedience to his or her authority.
"The new manager's authoritarian style meant every employee was expected to follow orders without asking a single question."
characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
"an authoritarian regime"
"autocratic government"
"despotic rulers"
"a dictatorial rule that lasted for the duration of the war"
"a tyrannical government"
expecting unquestioning obedience
"the timid child of authoritarian parents"
"insufferably overbearing behavior toward the waiter"
Of, or relating to, or exhibiting strict obedience to an authority; favoring authoritarianism over civic and individual liberties.
"The new manager's authoritarian approach demanded absolute compliance without consulting the team on any decisions."