Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grey-state
noun
ɡreɪ steɪt
Definition
A term often used to describe the political and social environment characterized by a lack of clear authority or governance, typically during times of conflict or instability.
Examples
- The country fell into a grey-state during the civil war, with multiple factions vying for power.
- In a grey-state, citizens often find themselves navigating a complex web of informal rules and local power dynamics.
Meaning
The grey-state refers to a situation where a region or entity is under ambiguous control, where laws may not be strictly enforced and civil governance is weak or absent.
Synonyms
- anarchy
- chaos
- lawlessness
- uncontrolled situation
