Uk English Meaning of absolutism

absolutism

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Definitions and Meaning of absolutism in English

Wordnet

absolutism (n)

dominance through threat of punishment and violence

a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)

the principle of complete and unrestricted power in government

the doctrine of an absolute being

Webster

absolutism (n.)

The state of being absolute; the system or doctrine of the absolute; the principles or practice of absolute or arbitrary government; despotism.

Doctrine of absolute decrees.

FAQs About the word absolutism

absolutism

dominance through threat of punishment and violence, a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws o

authoritarianism,Autocracy,communism,despotism,dictatorship,Fascism,Totalitarianism,tsarism,Tyranny,autarky

Democracy,freedom,Autonomy,Self-determination,self-governance,Self-government,Self-rule,Sovereignty

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