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pro-dynastic

|pro-dy-nas-tic|

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/ˌproʊ.daɪˈnæs.tɪk/

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/ˌprəʊ.daɪˈnæs.tɪk/

for the dynasty

Etymology
Etymology Information

'pro-dynastic' is a Modern English compound combining the prefix 'pro-' (from Latin 'pro', meaning 'for' or 'in favor of') with 'dynastic', which derives from 'dynasty' ultimately from Greek 'dynastēs' (ruler).

Historical Evolution

'dynasty' entered English via late Latin and Old French (e.g. French 'dynastie') from Greek 'dynastía'/'dynastēs'; the productive English prefix 'pro-' (from Latin) later combined with adjectives like 'dynastic' to form compounds such as 'pro-dynastic' in modern political usage.

Meaning Changes

Originally the elements meant 'for' ('pro-') and 'ruler/power' (Greek roots referring to rulers); over time the compound came to mean specifically 'in favor of a ruling family or dynasty' in contemporary political contexts.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

favoring or supporting a particular ruling dynasty; aligned with the interests or authority of a dynasty.

The generals formed a pro-dynastic faction to block reforms that threatened the royal family's power.

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Adjective 2

advocating dynastic succession or policies that preserve the dominance of a ruling family.

The party's platform was criticized as too pro-dynastic, prioritizing hereditary privilege over merit.

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Last updated: 2025/10/24 20:00