ABSOLUTISM
(noun)Definitions
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Absolutism.
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US
Absolutism - as a noun
A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
authoritarianismcaesarismdespotismdictatorshipmonocracyone-man ruleshogunatestalinismtotalitarianismtyrannyHypernyms (Closely Related)
autarchyautocracyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An ideological belief in the complete and unrestricted power of government.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
totalismtotalitarianismThe doctrine of an absolute being, often related to idealism in philosophy.
Example Sentences
"The monarchy in that country practiced absolutism, with the king having unlimited authority."
"During the 17th century, Louis XIV of France was a strong advocate of absolutism."
"The concept of absolutism is often contrasted with constitutionalism."
"Many historians consider absolutism to be a form of authoritarianism."
"The Enlightenment thinkers criticized absolutism and advocated for more democratic forms of government."
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Is ABSOLUTISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, absolutism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ABSOLUTISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ABSOLUTISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, absolutism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordABSOLUTISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is ABSOLUTISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, absolutism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordABSOLUTISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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