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absolutism

Translations

absolutismnoun
absolutisms
pl
absolutismePolitique, philosophie, théologie ; régime ou doctrine fondés sur un pouvoir ou des principes absolus.
The king's reign was marked by absolutism, as he made all decisions without consulting any governing bodies.
Le règne du roi fut marqué par l'absolutisme, car il prenait toutes les décisions sans consulter aucun organe de gouvernement.
Synonyms
autocracy
despotism
tyranny
dictatorship
totalitarianism
monocracy

Definitions

absolutismnoun
A political system in which a single ruler or authority holds absolute power, without any legal or constitutional limitations.
The king's reign was marked by absolutism, as he made all decisions without consulting any governing bodies.
The principle or practice of absolute or unrestricted power in government.
Absolutism was a common form of governance in Europe during the 17th century.
A belief in absolute principles in political, philosophical, or theological matters.
His approach to ethics was rooted in moral absolutism, believing in universal truths that apply to all situations.
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