The Open Dictionary

theocracy

noun

UK/θiˈɒk.rə.si/
US/θiˈɑː.krə.si/

Definitions of theocracy noun

  1. Countable

    A nation governed by religious authorities.

    • In a theocracy, religious law operates alongside secular law.

    • The nation's government is a theocracy run by clergy.

    • The regime is often accused of trying to turn the country into a theocracy.

  2. Uncountable

    A system of government in which religious leaders rule.

    • They feared that the country was moving towards theocracy.

    • The country has had periods of theocracy in its history.

    • He believes that theocracy would limit individual freedoms.