I want to make sure that I'm using the phrase correctly. What kind of conotations does 'benevolent dictator' carry?
2007-12-16 17:41:43 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
The first thing that comes to my mind is "self-righteous"
2007-12-16 17:45:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The term "Benevolent Dictator" implies someone has a controlling capacity over the family, but it is using a higher value as the prevalent reason for his/her dictatorship.
The ascertion becomes a very complex motive because most people act in their self interest. Meaning no one really believes that anyone acts or controlls for a higher purpose.
People do things for many reasons. Questioning someone's motive is not typically the best way. Relationships are built in trust and respect. If you break either, you must be willing to live with the consequenses.
Be sure to have your facts and perspective precisely right and have behavioral examples to reference in a conversation.
Good luck to you.
2007-12-16 18:07:02 · answer #2 · answered by AOM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like an oxymoron to me. One who wants to dictate. Benevolence and dictatorship don't mix well at all. One can be gentle with thier attitude and pretend to listen but the bottom line is they're still dictating and controlling other people. Remove "dictator" & "benevolent" from the vocabulary and work as a unit with a common goal in mind.
2007-12-16 17:51:03 · answer #3 · answered by Gone fishin' 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The word 'dictator' has a very negative connotation. I would say that someone who labels themself as a benevolent dictator is not very in touch with the English language. And someone who labels another as a benevolent dictator in a family situation may be bearing a grudge.
There are kinder terms like 'patriarch' or 'matriarch'. Even Head of Household.
2007-12-16 17:50:46 · answer #4 · answered by roderick_young 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone who has total power but has some mercy towards their subject. But i wouldnt take it kindly at all, it sounds like someone's just saying they want all the power and they're simply putting it in a way that's less harsh (in order to get support). I'm sure Hitler didn't come out and say he wanted total rule and a one party state.
2007-12-16 17:45:24 · answer #5 · answered by cactustree 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they feel superior to the rest of their family, they feel the need to exercise control
They feel they are a good person and will guide their family members...
It is quite a sad thing to say however and the person is probably a little too much of a control freak...
2007-12-16 17:51:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A person that is very controlling with a smile. Easier to deal with, but definitely the topic of conversation when he/she isn't around. "I wanted the blue curtains but you know how -blank- is...".
2007-12-16 17:45:39 · answer #7 · answered by muirk 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Someone who intends to be in total control, and is going to refuse to listen to anyone else's opinion, but thinks he can be nice about it. Sounds like a jerk to me. I certainly wouldn't want to be married to one -- can you say "doormat"?
2007-12-16 17:45:46 · answer #8 · answered by Gracie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would interpret that as "wishful thinking"...(see also "in their dreams")
2007-12-16 17:46:28 · answer #9 · answered by Bruja 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do as i say not as i do .lol
2007-12-16 17:49:45 · answer #10 · answered by HaSiCiT Bust A Tie A1 TieBusters 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋