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anarchy

Pronunciation: /ˈanəki/

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Definition of anarchy

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1a state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems:he must ensure public order in a country threatened with anarchy
  • 2absence of government and absolute freedom of the individual, regarded as a political ideal.

Origin:

mid 16th century: via medieval Latin from Greek anarkhia, from anarkhos, from an- 'without' + arkhos 'chief, ruler'

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