Anarchism

Pronunciation

• GenAm enPR: ʹănÉ™r'kÄ­zÉ™m, IPA: /ˈænəɹˌkɪzÉ™m/

Origin

From anarchy + -ism.

Full definition of anarchism

Noun

1. The belief that proposes the absence and abolition of hierarchy and authority in most forms.
2. (specifically), a political and philosophical belief that all forms of involuntary rule or government are undesirable or unnecessary, and that society could function without a ruler or involuntary government (a state).

Derived terms

• anarchist
• anarcho-

Related terms

• anarchy