Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
One-Man Rule.
One-Man Rule - as a noun
A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
- absolutism
- authoritarianism
- caesarism
- despotism
- dictatorship
- monocracy
- shogunate
- stalinism
- totalitarianism
- tyranny
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The country is transitioning from a one-man rule to a pluralistic democracy."
"The revolution sought to overthrow the one-man rule and establish a more inclusive system of governance."
"Under one-man rule, dissent and opposition are often suppressed."
"The dictator's one-man rule lasted for several decades before being toppled by a popular uprising."
"The citizens were tired of the oppressive one-man rule and demanded political reforms."
