Despotate vs. Despotism
Despotate and Despotism Definitions
Despotate
(historical) An area ruled by a despot (δεσπότης) in the late Byzantine Balkans (12th to 15th centuries).
Despotism
Rule by or as if by a despot; absolute power or authority.
Despotism
The actions of a despot; tyranny.
Despotism
A government or political system in which the ruler exercises absolute power.
Despotism
A state so ruled.
Despotism
Government by a singular authority, either a single person or tight-knit group, which rules with absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way.
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Despotism
The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
Despotism
A government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy.
Despotism . . . is the only form of government which may with safety to itself neglect the education of its infant poor.
Despotism
Dominance through threat of punishment and violence
Despotism
A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
