autarchic

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of an autarchy; absolute or dictatorial.

Self-governing or independent; exercising absolute power.

Examples

The isolated island nation maintained an autarchic economy, refusing to engage in trade with the outside world.

His autarchic leadership style left no room for dissent, as he demanded absolute obedience from all his subordinates.

Synonyms

autocratic dictatorial despotic absolute tyrannical totalitarian self-governing

Antonyms

democratic collaborative dependent subordinate cooperative participatory liberal