timocracy
a form of government in which love of honor is the dominant motive of the rulers.
a form of government in which a certain amount of property is requisite as a qualification for office.
Origin of timocracy
1Other words from timocracy
- ti·mo·crat·ic [tahy-muh-krat-ik], /ˌtaɪ məˈkræt ɪk/, ti·mo·crat·i·cal, adjective
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How to use timocracy in a sentence
Solon introduced a new principle of classification—called in Greek the "timocratic principle."
Associated words: timocracy, timocratic, honorary, honorific.
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British Dictionary definitions for timocracy
/ (taɪˈmɒkrəsɪ) /
a political unit or system in which possession of property serves as the first requirement for participation in government
a political unit or system in which love of honour is deemed the guiding principle of government
Origin of timocracy
1Derived forms of timocracy
- timocratic (ˌtaɪməˈkrætɪk) or timocratical, adjective
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