Antarchy

/ænˈtɑrki/ noun

Definition

Government or rule by opposition to anarchism; a system of organized authority and control designed to prevent anarchic chaos.

Etymology

From 'anti-' (against) + 'anarchy' (lack of government). A descriptive term for any system of rule structured against anarchist principles.

Kelly Says

While 'anarchy' means no government, 'antarchy' would be the opposite—heavy government—which shows how one political word can have a mirror image with the opposite meaning!

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