Authoritarian

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:16 ptsWWF:17 pts13 letters

Definition of Authoritarian

Adjective

Of, or relating to, or exhibiting strict obedience to an authority; favoring authoritarianism over civic and individual liberties.
"the authoritarian personality"
Demanding obedience to authority; marked by authoritarianism; dictatorial, tyrannical.
"The authoritarian government was demanding stricter laws for low-wage peasants."
Tending to impose one's demands upon others as if one were an authority.

Noun

One who commands absolute obedience to his or her authority.
"The dictator was an authoritarian."
One who follows and is excessively obedient to authority.

Anagrams of Authoritarian

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "authoritarian":

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