noun

dictator

Dictator (noun) means an authoritarian leader of a country, nation, or government.

noun

An authoritarian leader of a country, nation, or government.

A magistrate without colleague in republican Ancient Rome, who held full executive authority for a term granted by the Senate, typically to conduct a war.

A tyrannical boss or authority figure.

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Etymology

From Latin dictātor (“a chief magistrate”), from dictō (“dictate, prescribe”), from dīcō (“say, speak”). By surface analysis, dictate + -or, literally “one who dictates”. Compare Old English tictator (“absolute ruler of the Roman Republic”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of dictator?

"dictator" (noun) means an authoritarian leader of a country, nation, or government.

What are the different meanings of dictator?

"dictator" has 3 main meanings: 1. An authoritarian leader of a country, nation, or government; 2. A magistrate without colleague in republican Ancient Rome, who held full executive authority for a term granted by the Senate, typically to conduct a war; 3. A tyrannical boss or authority figure.