ecclesiocracy
|ec-cle-si-o-cra-cy|
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/ɪˌkliːziˈɒkrəsi/
church rule
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ecclesiocracy' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ekklesia,' meaning 'assembly,' and 'kratos,' meaning 'power' or 'rule.'
Historical Evolution
'ecclesiocracy' evolved from the Greek word 'ekklesiokratia,' which was adopted into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rule by the church,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a form of government in which the church or clergy exercises political power.
In an ecclesiocracy, religious leaders hold the highest authority.
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