patriarchal
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/ˌpeɪtriˈɑrkəl/
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/ˌpeɪtriˈɑːkəl/
male-dominated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'patriarchal' originates from the Greek word 'patriarkhēs', where 'patēr' meant 'father' and 'arkhēs' meant 'ruler'.
Historical Evolution
'patriarkhēs' transformed into the Latin word 'patriarchalis', and eventually became the modern English word 'patriarchal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a patriarch', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a male-dominated society'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of a system of society or government controlled by men.
The society was deeply patriarchal, with men holding most of the power.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 06:05