1. demanding strict obedience to authority and not allowing personal freedom

1. a person who demands strict obedience to authority

Examples

• The authoritarian government restricted freedom of speech.
• His authoritarian parenting style left no room for discussion.
• The school’s authoritarian policies were unpopular with students.
• She refused to work for such an authoritarian boss.
• The country struggled under authoritarian rule for decades.
• He was known as an authoritarian who tolerated no dissent.
• Many authoritarians rise to power during times of crisis.