illiberalism

[i-lib-er-uhl-iz-uhm, i-lib-ruhl-]

noun

1. adherence to social or political values that are counter to those of liberalism.

2. attitudes or policies that are narrow-minded, authoritarian, or intolerant.

Example Sentences

Like other parts of the South and more conservative regions of the country, the Sunshine State has been a laboratory for illiberalism and authoritarianism.

From Salon

But I wonder if, at the same time, we’re training the public to believe too much that the courts alone can solve this authoritarianism/illiberalism crisis.

From Slate

The average American, and I would say the average journalist, who is likely a generalist, does not have a real understanding of the language often used to describe this moment of democracy crisis and rising illiberalism.

From Salon

Many believe there is a rising tide of illiberalism against artistic expression in India.

From BBC

Trump and the rise of illiberalism, intolerance and all that goes with it, have created a permission structure for cruelty on a massive scale.

From Salon