The term "undemocratically" implies actions or behaviors that are contrary to democratic principles, such as freedom of expression, the right to vote, and the rule of law. Synonyms for this word include "authoritarian," "dictatorial," "autocratic," "tyrannical," and "oppressive." Each of these terms describes different aspects of undemocratic behavior, with authoritarian and autocratic focusing on a single leader exerting control over a population, and tyrannical and oppressive emphasizing cruelty and injustice. In all cases, the word "undemocratic" or its synonyms are used to describe violations of fundamental political freedoms and human rights.