'absolutistic' originates from the word 'absolute,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'absolutus,' where 'ab-' meant 'from' and 'solvere' meant 'to loosen.'

'absolutus' transformed into the French word 'absolut,' and eventually became the modern English word 'absolute,' from which 'absolutistic' is derived.

Initially, it meant 'complete or perfect,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to absolute power or authority.'