It is notable, though, that the source of the word "dictator" did come from the Roman Republic, which would have the senate appoint a dictator for a term of 6 m

It is notable, though, that the source of the word "dictator" did come from the Roman Republic, which would have the senate appoint a dictator for a term of 6 months during major war crises when they needed a unified front and quicker decision-making. In fact, Julius Caesar was "dictator in perpetuity" of Rome when he was assassinated.