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Bismarckian

[biz-mahr-kee-uh n]

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adjective

of, relating to, or resembling Otto von Bismarck, especially in respect to his aggressiveness in politics and diplomacy.

Origin of Bismarckian

First recorded in 1865–70; Bismarck + -ian

Related formsBis·marck·i·an·ism, noun

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Historical Examples of bismarckian

Herein, the Bismarckian skill at stacking the cards reaches its height.
Blood and Iron
John Hubert Greusel
Such in a few words is the Bismarckian conception of a strong ruler.
Blood and Iron
John Hubert Greusel
I refuse to believe that this Bismarckian attitude is that of the German people.
The Evidence in the Case
James M. Beck
Suavity is no more part of the Bismarckian tradition than exactitude.
Britain at Bay
Spenser Wilkinson
I hope you haven't discovered anything Bismarckian about my back.
The Grey Wig: Stories and Novelettes
Israel Zangwill