Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tsarist

adjective
/ˈzɑːrɪst/
Definition
Relating to the tsar or the tsar’s government in Russia.
Examples
  • The tsarist regime faced significant opposition during the early 20th century.
  • Many tsarist policies were seen as outdated and in need of reform.
Meaning
Tsarist pertains to the period or characteristics associated with the rule of a tsar, especially in reference to autocratic governance.
Synonyms
  • Imperial
  • Monarchical
  • Royal
  • Czarist