ANARCHISM

anarchism

(noun) a political theory favoring the abolition of governments

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

anarchism (usually uncountable, plural anarchisms)

The belief that proposes the absence and abolition of hierarchy and authority in most forms.

(specifically) a political and philosophical belief that all forms of involuntary rule or government are undesirable, unnecessary, or unethical, and that society could function without a ruler or involuntary government (a state).

Anagrams

• chairmans

Source: Wiktionary


An"arch*ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. anarchisme.]

Definition: The doctrine or practice of anarchists.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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