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absolutism

/ˈæb.sə.ljuː.tɪz.m̩/

Meanings
  • noun

    A political philosophy advocating absolute power for a monarch or an authoritarian government, in which the monarch or the government is not accountable to any other institutions.

    - "The absolutism of the monarchy led to a century of political instability."
    - "The absolutist regime suppressed all forms of dissent."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈæb.səˌljuˌtɪz.m̩/



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Variants
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absolutism , absolutisms , absolutist , absolutistic , absolutists
Etymology
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From Latin absolutus, past participle of absolvere, meaning 'to release, discharge'. In political context, it refers to the complete power or authority of a monarch or government.


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  1. Absolutism was particularly prevalent in countries such as France, Spain, and Russia.

  2. The concept of absolutism can be traced back to ancient Rome and the idea of the 'Prince's Two Bodies' – the physical body of the monarch and the corporate body of the state.

  3. The decline of absolutism in Europe was largely due to the Enlightenment and the rise of liberal democratic ideas.


Related Concepts
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  1. Divine Right of Kings: The belief that a monarch derives their power directly from God and is not accountable to their subjects or other institutions.

  2. Totalitarianism: A political system in which the state holds total authority over citizens' lives and is characterized by one-party rule, propaganda, and censorship.


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Absolutism was a dominant political ideology in Europe during the early modern period, particularly in the 16th and 17th centuries. It was characterized by a strong centralized government and a belief in the divine right of kings. Absolutist monarchs ruled with little or no interference from other institutions, such as parliaments or the Church. Absolutism had a profound impact on European history, shaping the development of modern political systems and influencing literature, art, and philosophy.

How to Memorize "absolutism"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a monarch sitting on a throne, surrounded by courtiers, issuing decrees with no interference from other institutions or individuals.

  2. associate

    - Think of the term 'absolute power' and remember that absolutism refers to a political system in which a monarch or government holds such power.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym 'A Monarch Is Absolute' to help remember the definition of absolutism.


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