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"autocratic" has 4 syllables: aut-ocr-at-ic. It rhymes with enigmatic and pragmatic, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“In recent years, the prime minister has become increasingly autocratic.”
“Despite his lack of actual authority, his autocratic demeanour annoyed many of his colleagues.”
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"Autocratic" has 4 syllables: aut · ocr · at · ic.
Autocratic: Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.
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