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   despotism

   /ˈdɛspətɪz(ə)m/

   noun

   • 1. the exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way: "the ideology of enlightened despotism"
   • ▪ a country or political system where the ruler holds absolute power: "some nations are democracies, others are despotisms"

   Word Origin early 18th century: from French despotisme, from despote (see despot).

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   What does despotism mean?

   • despotismo… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! DESPOTISM definition: 1. the rule of a despot (= a ruler with unlimited power, often one who is unfair and cruel): 2…. Learn more.

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   What is classical despotism?

   • In its classical form, despotism is a state in which a single individual (the despot) holds all the power and authority embodying the state, and everyone else is a subsidiary person. This form of despotism was common in the first forms of statehood and civilization; the Pharaoh of Egypt is an exemplary figure of the classical despot.

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   What is an example of despotism?

   • This kind of despotism was the first form of civilization and statehood to be practiced, and a good example of the classical despot is Pharaoh of Egypt. Despot is often used to refer to a head of government who abuses power and is thus closely associated with dictator or tyrant.

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   What does Despot mean?

   • Colloquially, the word despot applies pejoratively to those who use their power and authority to oppress their populace or subordinates. More specifically, the term often applies to a head of state or government. In this sense, it is similar to the pejorative connotations that are associated with the terms tyrant and dictator.

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     DESPOTISM meaning: 1. the rule of a despot (= a ruler with...

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   The meaning of DESPOTISM is oppressive absolute power and authority exerted by government : rule by a despot. How to use despotism in a sentence.

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   Despotism definition: the rule of a despot; the exercise of absolute authority.. See examples of DESPOTISM used in a sentence.

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   noun. 1. the rule of a despot; arbitrary, absolute, or tyrannical government. 2. arbitrary or tyrannical authority or behaviour.

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   In its classical form, despotism is a state in which a single individual (the despot) holds all the power and authority embodying the state, and everyone else is a subsidiary person. This form of despotism was common in the first forms of statehood and civilization; the Pharaoh of Egypt is an exemplary figure of the classical despot.

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   noun. a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) synonyms: Caesarism, Stalinism, absolutism, authoritarianism, dictatorship, monocracy, one-man rule, shogunate, totalitarianism, tyranny. see more.

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