dikteta

How to say it

Meaning

A ruler who holds total power over a country and governs without free elections or respect for the law, often by force.

Good to know

M/wa class noun in agreement, the plural is madikteta: dikteta huyu, madikteta hawa. The system is udikteta, dictatorship. Also used loosely as an insult for a harsh leader.

Examples

• Wananchi walimwondoa dikteta madarakani kwa maandamano.The people removed the dictator from power through protests.
• Udikteta haukubaliki katika nchi ya kidemokrasia.Dictatorship is not acceptable in a democratic country.
• Madikteta wengi hawapendi vyombo huru vya habari.Many dictators do not like a free press.

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