Feudalistic Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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feudalistic

[หŒfjuหdษ™หˆlษชstษชk ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

society

Relating to or characteristic of a feudal society, its social structure, or its political system.

Synonyms

feudal, feudalized.

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Word Description / Examples
feudalistic

Used to describe a system, behavior, or structure that resembles or is reminiscent of feudalism, especially in a metaphorical or critical way.

  • The company's management style is highly feudalistic, with a clear division of power and little room for employee input.
  • The schoolโ€™s outdated, feudalistic rules suppress student creativity.
feudal

Refers directly to the historical period known as feudalism, or anything literally from that era. It can also describe things that have a direct relationship to this historical system.

  • The castle's architecture is a classic example of feudal design.
  • Feudal society was structured around relationships derived from the holding of land in exchange for service or labor.
feudalized

Describes something that has been turned into or organized according to a feudal system, often as a result of historical or social evolution.

  • The rural areas were feudalized by the invading forces, mimicking the structure of older feudal societies.
  • Over time, the small kingdom became feudalized, with knights and serfs dominating the social landscape.

Examples of usage

  • The feudalistic system was based on the exchange of land for loyalty.
  • Feudalistic societies were hierarchical and rigid in nature.

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Origin of 'feudalistic'

The term 'feudalistic' derives from the word 'feudal', which originated from the Latin word 'feudum' meaning 'fief' or 'estate'. Feudalism was a social, economic, and political system that dominated medieval Europe, characterized by the granting of land in exchange for service and loyalty. The concept of feudalism has been a topic of study and debate among historians for centuries, shaping our understanding of medieval societies and their hierarchical structures.


See also: feudalise, feudalising, feudalism, feudalized.