Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nephalism

Noun

/ˈnɛf.ə.lɪ.zəm/

Definition

A system of government based on the rule of clouds or atmospheric phenomena.

Examples

The council’s decisions seemed to be guided by nephalism during the unpredictable storm season.
Her approach to leadership often involved a sense of nephalism, where she looked towards external circumstances for guidance.
Some critics argue that nephalism in politics leads to ineffective governance.

Meaning

Nephalism refers to the belief or practice where policies or governance are influenced by the conditions of the sky or weather, often used metaphorically to describe a lack of clarity or direction in decision-making.