panarchy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The individual's right to choose any form of government without being forced to move from their current locale.
  2. Dynamic symmetry across multiple scales.
  3. An inclusive, multilateral system in which all parties may participate meaningfully.
  4. Rule by all; a system of governance in which each person has absolute power.
  5. Rule of all; absolute or total rule.
  6. An all-encompassing realm.

Word forms

panarchy panarchies

Etymology

From pan- + -archy. Coined independently in many different contexts.

Related words

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