Authoritarian leaders Crossword Clue

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AUTHORITARIAN (adjective)
1. characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
2. expecting unquestioning obedience
AUTHORITARIAN (noun)
1. a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner
LEADERS (noun)
1. the body of people who lead a group

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