late 14c., from Latin dictator, agent noun from dictare (see dictate (v.)). Transferred sense of "one who has absolute power or authority" in any sphere is from c. 1600. In Latin use, a dict [..]

a leader who rules a country with absolute power, usually by force

person with complete control of a government.

(LA): senior magistrate granted emergency powers originally appointed for a period of six months. Difalangia

A ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force.

In Roman Law, an appointed individual given exceptional powers in times of crisis. Back to top

a person who has total power for making every decision in a country.

(n) a speaker who dictates to a secretary or a recording machine(n) a ruler who is unconstrained by law(n) a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner

N M dictator

The character that is known as M.Bison in the US, and Vega in Japan. Dive kick:

a person charged with the duty of considering and redressing infractions of a peace or truce; an umpire. dictor:

A penis shaped like a potato that exercises total control over his dominion. Origins: Will Ferrell.