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authoritarily
[ɔːˈθɒrɪtərɪli]
adverb
autoritariamente
1.
In a manner that is characteristic of or relating to authority; in a way that shows absolute power or control
The manager spoke authoritarily to the staff about the new policies.
O gerente falou autoritariamente com a equipe sobre as novas políticas.
2.
In an autocratic or dictatorial manner; with absolute command and little regard for others' opinions
He ruled authoritarily without consulting his advisors.
Ele governou autoritariamente sem consultar seus assessores.
Synonyms
dictatorially
imperiously
autocratically
despotically
peremptorily
Antonyms
democratically
cooperatively
consultatively
humbly
submissively
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
autoritariamente
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
autoritariamente
Common in business and administrative contexts
Portugal
autoritariamente
Standard usage, formal register preferred
Related Idioms & Phrases
rule with an iron fist
lay down the law
take charge authoritarily
exercise absolute authority
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