monocrat

[mon-uh-krat]

monocrat Definition

  • 1a ruler who has absolute power over a state or government
  • 2a person who holds a monopoly of power or authority in a particular sphere

Using monocrat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "monocrat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The country was ruled by a monocrat for decades.

  • Example

    The CEO acted as a monocrat, making all the decisions without consulting anyone else.

monocrat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for monocrat

Phrases with monocrat

  • a person who holds a monopoly of power or authority within a corporation

    Example

    The corporate monocrat made all the decisions without considering the opinions of other employees.

  • a ruler who has absolute power over a state or government

    Example

    The political monocrat ruled the country with an iron fist, suppressing any opposition to his regime.

  • a person or organization that holds a monopoly of power or authority in the media industry

    Example

    The media monocrat controlled most of the news outlets in the country, shaping public opinion according to their own interests.

Origins of monocrat

from Greek 'monos', meaning 'alone' + 'kratos', meaning 'power'

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Summary: monocrat in Brief

A 'monocrat' [mon-uh-krat] is a ruler who has absolute power over a state or government, or a person who holds a monopoly of power or authority in a particular sphere. It is synonymous with 'autocrat,' 'dictator,' 'despot,' and 'tyrant.' Examples of usage include 'The country was ruled by a monocrat for decades,' and 'The CEO acted as a monocrat, making all the decisions without consulting anyone else.'