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Definition dictatorial in British English

dictatorial adjective

adjective
/ˌdɪktəˈtɔːriəl/
1

telling people what to do and refusing to listen to their opinions

Example

I don't like his dictatorial tone.

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2

used about someone who takes and keeps power in a country by force

Example

a dictatorial government

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Definition dictatorial in British English