What is another word for police state?

74 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ pəlˈiːs stˈe͡ɪt], [ pəlˈiːs stˈe‍ɪt], [ p_ə_l_ˈiː_s s_t_ˈeɪ_t]

How to use "Police state" in context?

When we think of a police state, images of heavily armed officers enforcing strict rules come to mind. However, a police state can also be a place where the government has control over every aspect of your life. In a police state, the government is the only institution that can legally force you to do something. This can include reporting to the police every day, talking to police officers, or even going to jail. A police state can also be a place where the government can control what you can say and how you can say it.

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