Absolutism
01
a form of government in which the ruler holds absolute, unchecked power
例子
Absolutism meant the emperor's word was law.
02
the belief in the existence of an absolute being
例子
Absolutism posits a being whose authority is unlimited and universal.
03
the principle or system of unlimited and unchecked governmental power
例子
Absolutism often leads to centralization of authority.
04
dominance maintained through threat of punishment, coercion, or violence
例子
Absolutism in the prison ensured compliance from the inmates.
