prefectual

/ˌprɛfɪkˈtʃuəl/ or /ˌprɛfɪktˈʃuəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

having the qualities of a prefect; having absolute power or authority

“The prefectual powers given to the mayor raised eyebrows among local politicians.”

2. noun

a person having absolute power or authority

“The king was the prefectual ruler of the kingdom for over 20 years.”

Synonyms

  • absolute
  • autocratic
  • despotic

Antonyms

  • democratic
  • pluralistic