专制
zhuānzhì
Description
专制的意思是一个人或者一个政府有很大的权力，可以自己决定一切，不听别人的意见。
The meaning of "专制" is when a person or a government has great power and can decide everything by themselves without listening to others' opinions.
这个词常常用来说古代的皇帝，也可以说一个很爱管人的父母或者老板。
This word is often used to describe ancient emperors, and can also refer to very controlling parents or bosses.
Meanings
专制zhuānzhì
autocratic; despotic (rule by one person's absolute power)
古代很多国家都是专制的。
Many ancient countries were autocratic.
专制zhuānzhì
to rule with absolute power; dominate others
他在家里专制，谁都得听他的。
He is autocratic at home; everyone has to obey him.
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Notes
- Etymology
专 (exclusive/sole) + 制 (to control/rule) = to control exclusively, hence autocratic.
- Nuance
独裁 is stronger and more modern-political; 专制 often describes old monarchies or a controlling person.
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