Despotate vs. Despotism

Despotate vs. Despotism — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Despotate and Despotism

Despotatenoun

An area ruled by a despot (δεσπότης) in the late Byzantine Balkans (12th to 15th centuries).

Despotismnoun

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.

Despotismnoun

dominance through threat of punishment and violence

Despotismnoun

a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)

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