theocracy
(the-oc-ra-cy)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a system of government where priests rule in the name of God.
Example Sentence
The ancient Israelites wanted a king instead of theocracy.
More Example Sentences
In a theocracy leaders are often religious figures.
Synonyms
religious government; divine rule; clerical state
Antonyms
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theocracy
Rhymes
- autocracy
- bureaucracy
- democracy
- hypocrisy
- theocracy
- aristocracy