Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

czarism

Noun

/ˈzɑːr.ɪ.zəm/

Definition

A system of government in which a monarch, particularly in Russia, holds absolute power, typically characterized by autocratic rule and a centralized authority.

Examples

The fall of czarism in Russia led to the establishment of a new government system.
Many historians debate the impact of czarism on Russian culture and society.
Revolutionaries sought to dismantle czarism and replace it with a more democratic form of governance.

Meaning

Czarism refers to the absolute monarchy that was prevalent in Russia before the revolution of 1917, where the czar had full control over the state and its policies.