paternalism (Meaning)
paternalism (n)
the attitude (of a person or a government) that subordinates should be controlled in a fatherly way for their own good
paternalism (n.)
The theory or practice of paternal government. See Paternal government, under Paternal.
Synonyms & Antonyms of paternalism
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paternalism Sentence Examples
- The government's paternalistic policies infantilize citizens, depriving them of autonomy.
- The company's paternalistic culture stifled creativity and stifled innovation.
- The elderly woman was subjected to paternalism from her overprotective caregivers.
- The paternalistic attitude of the school principal toward students created a repressive learning environment.
- The manager's paternalistic approach to his employees fostered a sense of dependency and resentment.
- The government's paternalistic welfare system created a cycle of poverty and disempowerment.
- The paternalistic nature of the colonial administration undermined the self-governance of indigenous communities.
- The father's paternalism toward his daughters extended into their adult lives, limiting their choices.
- The paternalistic laws of the time restricted women's legal rights and economic autonomy.
- The doctor's paternalistic demeanor led patients to question his impartiality and informed consent.
FAQs About the word paternalism
the attitude (of a person or a government) that subordinates should be controlled in a fatherly way for their own goodThe theory or practice of paternal governm
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No antonyms found.
The government's paternalistic policies infantilize citizens, depriving them of autonomy.
The company's paternalistic culture stifled creativity and stifled innovation.
The elderly woman was subjected to paternalism from her overprotective caregivers.
The paternalistic attitude of the school principal toward students created a repressive learning environment.
