governmentalism
[ guhv-ern-men-tl-iz-uhm, -er-men- ]
noun
the trend toward expansion of the government's role, range of activities, or power.
Origin of governmentalism
1First recorded in 1840–50; governmental + -ism
Other words from governmentalism
- gov·ern·men·tal·ist, noun
Words Nearby governmentalism
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How to use governmentalism in a sentence
National socialism means governmentalism, which is tyranny over the individual.
The Arena | Variousgovernmentalism, therefore, means the exercise of the powers of government considered as a principle.
The Arena | VariousThere is also another kind of reason for being undismayed at the threat of governmentalism.
The Arena | Variousgovernmentalism and paternalism have always been evils, Mr. Flower asserts.
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