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Monarchism: meaning, definitions and examples

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monarchism

 

[ หˆmษ’n.ษ™.kษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political ideology

Monarchism is a political ideology that supports the maintenance of a monarchy as the form of government. Monarchists advocate for the role of a monarch, such as a king or queen, as the head of state and often uphold hereditary succession. This ideology can take various forms, ranging from absolute monarchy, where the monarch has almost complete control, to constitutional monarchy, where the powers of the monarch are limited by a constitution or legislative body. Monarchism often emphasizes tradition and continuity in governance.

Synonyms

kingship, nobility, royalism

Examples of usage

  • The rise of monarchism in several countries sparked debates about its viability.
  • She studied monarchism and its effects on modern governance.
  • Many monarchists believe that a royal family symbolizes national identity.

Translations

Translations of the word "monarchism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monarquismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคพเคœเคคเค‚เคคเฅเคฐเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monarchismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ monarkisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะฐั€ั…ั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monarchizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›ไธปๅˆถไธป็พฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monarchisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monarquismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monarลŸizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฐ์ฃผ์ œ์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ู„ูƒูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monarchismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monarchizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›ไธปไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monarhizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ monarkismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะฐั€ั…ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ แƒฅแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monarxizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monarquismo

Word origin

The term 'monarchism' originates from the Greek word 'monarchos', which means 'single ruler', derived from 'monos' (single) and 'archon' (ruler). This concept has been ingrained in various cultures and societies throughout history, often associated with the establishment of kingship and the divine right of kings. Monarchism, as a formal ideology, gained prominence during the Enlightenment in Europe, where the role of monarchs was debated in light of emerging democratic ideas. The 19th century saw the rise of various forms of monarchism, adapting to national contexts, particularly in reaction to revolutions and the rise of republics. Today, monarchism varies widely, from those who advocate for the restoration of abolished monarchies to those who support existing constitutional monarchies, reflecting diverse opinions on governance and national identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,549, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.