oppressive leadership JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɒpˈrɛsɪv lɪdərˈʃɪp/ · op-pres-sive lead-er-ship
noun
- A style of governance or management characterized by the exertion of excessive control or authority, often resulting in the suppression of individual rights or freedoms. The oppressive leadership of the regime led to widespread protests and calls for reform.
noun
- A situation in which a leader or group of leaders exercises power in a way that is perceived as unfair, unjust, or tyrannical. The oppressive leadership of the company's CEO led to a decline in employee morale and productivity.
Synonyms
authoritarian leadershipdictatorial leadershiptotalitarian leadershiprepressive governancetyrannical rule
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of oppressive leadership has been studied extensively in the fields of politics, sociology, and psychology, with many researchers highlighting the negative consequences of such leadership styles on individuals and society as a whole.