absolutismo
[ab-so-lu-TIZ-mu]
nounmasculinepl: absolutismos
absolutism
1. A form of government in which the ruler has unlimited power and authority
The reign of Louis XIV is often cited as a classic example of absolutismo in European history.
O reinado de Luís XIV é frequentemente citado como um exemplo clássico de absolutismo na história europeia.
2. The principle or practice of holding absolute or unconditional beliefs without compromise
His absolutismo in moral philosophy left no room for ethical relativism.
Seu absolutismo na filosofia moral não deixava espaço para o relativismo ético.
3. A political doctrine that advocates for concentrated power in a single authority
The 17th century saw the rise of absolutismo as a dominant political theory in Europe.
O século XVII viu a ascensão do absolutismo como uma teoria política dominante na Europa.
Absolutismo is primarily used in historical and political contexts in Brazil and Portugal. It frequently appears in educational materials discussing European history, particularly the reign of Louis XIV and other absolute monarchs. In contemporary usage, it often carries a negative connotation when applied to modern political practices, used critically to describe authoritarian governance.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →