dictatorial
diktatorisch – diktatorischer – am diktatorischsten
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dictatorial
Relating to a dictatorship or characterized by the rule of a dictator. Political decisions are made by a single person or a small group without genuine democratic participation.
Das diktatorische Regime unterdrückte jede politische Opposition.
The dictatorial regime suppressed all political opposition.
dictatorial
Highly authoritarian and domineering; prescribing what other people should do or think.
Sein diktatorischer Führungsstil führte zu großer Unzufriedenheit im Team.
His dictatorial leadership style led to widespread dissatisfaction within the team.
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'Diktatorisch' (dictatorial) is derived from 'Diktator' (dictator). The ending '-isch' forms an adjective and indicates that something is connected with a dictator or a dictatorship.
Die Bevölkerung litt jahrelang unter einer diktatorischen Herrschaft.
The population suffered under dictatorial rule for years.
'Diktatorisch' (dictatorial) is mainly used in political and social contexts and is almost always negative in connotation. It describes a lack of participation in decision-making, strong coercion, or domineering behavior.
Die diktatorische Behandlung der Beschäftigten löste heftige Kritik aus.
The dictatorial treatment of the employees triggered fierce criticism.
In its political meaning, 'diktatorisch' (dictatorial) frequently occurs with words such as 'Regime' (regime), 'Herrschaft' (rule), 'Regierung' (government), or 'System' (system). These combinations point to a political order without genuine democratic participation.
Das diktatorische Regime ließ unabhängige Medien schließen.
The dictatorial regime had independent media outlets shut down.
In the meaning 'herrisch' (domineering), 'diktatorisch' (dictatorial) often describes a leadership style, someone's manner, or instructions. The context then shows that the focus is on a person's behavior in everyday life or at work.
Die diktatorischen Anweisungen des Chefs ließen keinen Widerspruch zu.
The boss's dictatorial instructions left no room for disagreement.
