Meaning
dictatorship
- system of government with one ruler and little freedom
- period ruled by a dictator
- figurative strong oppressive control
In a sentence
Il libro descrive la vita sotto una dittatura.
The book describes life under a dictatorship.
Hai studiato quella dittatura a scuola?
Did you study that dictatorship at school?
Nessuno vuole tornare a una dittatura.
Nobody wants to return to a dictatorship.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| dittatura | feminine · singular |
| dittature | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Usually refers to a political system or historical period.
- Figurative use is possible: la dittatura della moda.
- Do not confuse with dittatore = dictator.