Search Dictionary
Definition of autocrat

autocrat

/ˈɔːtəkɹæt/
au · to · crat
Adverb:autocratically
•
Plural:autocrats
•
Adjective:autocratic
JUMP TO:

autocrat Lexical Profile

autocrat Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A ruler who holds absolute, unchecked political power over a state.

Example

"The historical treatise examined how the 19th-century autocrat centralized all legislative authority within the royal court."

2

Any person who insists on complete obedience from others and exercises authority in an imperious, domineering manner.

Example

"The department director ran the committee like an autocrat, dismissing any feedback that contradicted his vision."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for autocrat
Antonyms
View all antonyms for autocrat

• Nearby Words

autocomplete
autocorrect
autocracy
autocrat
autocratic
autocratically
autocue

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 19th century from French autocrate, which derives from Ancient Greek autokratēs ('ruling by oneself'), combining autos ('self') and kratos ('power' or 'rule'). Historically, it served as an official imperial title of the Byzantine emperors and Russian tsars.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Autocrat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/autocrat
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.