Gynecocratic

/ˌdʒɪnɪkoʊˈkrætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a government or society ruled or dominated by women.

Etymology

From 'gynecocrat' plus the adjective suffix '-ic,' creating an adjective that describes systems or societies controlled by women.

Kelly Says

This adjective describes hypothetical or theoretical female-ruled systems—it's the opposite of 'patriarchal,' though real-world gynecocratic societies are historically debated.

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