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MONARCHIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Ruled by or having the supreme power resting with a monarch

Example:

monarchical systems

Synonyms:

monarchal; monarchic; monarchical

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

undemocratic (not in agreement with or according to democratic doctrine or practice or ideals)

Derivation:

monarch (a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right)

monarchy (an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority)

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