# autocratic vs automatic

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### autocratic
*adjective · IPA /ˌɔːtəˈkɹætɪk/ · frequency rank #32,683*
Of or pertaining to autocracy or to an autocrat; absolute; holding independent and arbitrary powers of government.

### automatic
*adjective · IPA /ˌɔː.təˈmæt.ɪk/ · frequency rank #3,862*
Capable of operating without external control or intervention.

## Source
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