Bismarckian

[ biz-mahr-kee-uh n ]

/ bɪzˈmɑr ki ən /

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

The whole German people have become Bismarckian, and believe that it is might which creates right.
German Problems and Personalities|Charles Sarolea
Such in a few words is the Bismarckian conception of a strong ruler.
Blood and Iron|John Hubert Greusel
The policy is expounded in "a Bismarckian version of an old classical myth."
Mr. Punch's History of Modern England Vol. III of IV|Charles L. Graves
I refuse to believe that this Bismarckian attitude is that of the German people.
The Evidence in the Case|James M. Beck

The Bismarckian realists among them believed that it would be brought about, in South Africa and elsewhere, by 'blood and iron.'
Human Nature In Politics|Graham Wallas