vetocracy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A dysfunctional system of governance whereby no single entity can acquire enough power to make decisions and take effective charge.

Word forms

vetocracy vetocracies

Etymology

From veto + -cracy; coined by American political scientist Francis Fukuyama.

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