dictatorially-structured
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/dɪkˈteɪtɔːrɪəli ˈstrʌktʃərd/
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/dɪkˈteɪtəriəli ˈstrʌktʃəd/
authoritarian organization
Etymology
'dictatorially-structured' originates from the word 'dictatorial,' which comes from the Latin word 'dictator,' meaning 'a ruler with absolute power.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'structured' comes from the Latin 'structura,' meaning 'a fitting together, building.'
'Dictatorial' evolved from the Latin 'dictator,' through Old French 'dictatorial,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dictatorial.' 'Structured' evolved from the Latin 'structura,' through Middle English 'structure,' to the modern English 'structured.'
Initially, 'dictatorial' meant 'pertaining to a dictator,' but over time it evolved to imply 'authoritarian or oppressive.' 'Structured' has largely retained its original meaning of 'arranged or organized.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
organized or arranged in a manner that is characteristic of a dictator, often implying strict control and lack of freedom.
The company was run in a dictatorially-structured manner, leaving little room for employee input.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 22:32