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(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

democracy

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theocracy
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Rhymes

  • autocracy
  • bureaucracy
  • democracy
  • hypocrisy
  • theocracy

  • aristocracy
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