Autocratize
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɑˈtɑ.kɹəˌtaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Autocratize is a verb meaning (ambitransitive, political science) To make autocratic.
Meaning
(ambitransitive, political science) To make autocratic.
Example Sentences
The ERT excludes countries that autocratized substantially during the decade or so but where the process is over.
Freedom of expression indicators are most frequently diminishing, with nine of the top 20. It is often the first “domino” to fall when countries autocratize. […] The practice of self-censorship serves as a preemptive measure to avoid direct censorship or persecution when governments in autocratizing countries tighten their grip.
Word Forms
- autocratizes
- autocratizing
- autocratized
- autocratise
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include autonomize, democratize, libertarianize, totalitarianize, theocratize, liberalize.
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