autarchy

Meanings

• noun

  A state of self-government, especially by a single person.

• noun

  Absolute power or rule, especially by a single person.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɔːtɑː(ɹ)ki/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=89892073"

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Synonyms

sovereignty

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with autarchy
artistry , archy , artistry

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Variants

List of all variants of autarchy that leads to same result
autarch , autarchies , autarchs , autarchy

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Etymology

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From the Greek autarkhes, meaning self-governing or independent.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'autarchy' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. Autarchy is often contrasted with anarchy, which refers to a lack of government or order.

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Related Concepts

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1. totalitarianism: Autarchy is a form of totalitarianism, where a single person or group holds absolute power and control over every aspect of society and individual lives.

2. monarchy: Autarchy is a type of monarchy, where the monarch holds absolute power and is not subject to the laws or institutions of the state.

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Culture

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Autarchy is a political concept that refers to a government or rule by a single person or a small group, without interference from outside forces. It has been used throughout history, from ancient Greece and Rome to modern times, and has been depicted in various forms of literature and art.

How to Memorize "autarchy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a single person holding a scepter and ruling over a kingdom.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'autarchy' with the idea of absolute power and control.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'autarchy' starts with the letter 'A', which can remind you of 'absolute' power.

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