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Definition of dictatorial adjective from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

dictatorial

adjective

NAmE//ˌdɪktəˈtɔriəl//

(disapproving)

1connected with or controlled by a dictator a dictatorial ruler a dictatorial regime

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2using power in an unreasonable way by telling people what to do and not listening to their views or wishes dictatorial behavior

dictatorially

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