GRE Word List
AUTHORITARIAN
subordinating the individual to the state; completely dominating another's will; Ex. authoritarian regime/father
The meaning of the word authoritarian is subordinating the individual to the state; completely dominating another's will; Ex. authoritarian regime/father.
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