Absolutistic

Pronunciation: /ˌæbsəˈlutɪstɪk/

Definitions of absolutistic

adjective relating to or characterized by absolutism; authoritarian or dictatorial

Example Sentences

A1 She has an absolutistic view on right and wrong.

A2 The teacher's absolutistic approach to grading made it difficult for students to excel.

B1 His absolutistic beliefs often clashed with those of his peers.

B2 The company's absolutistic policies led to a high turnover rate among employees.

C1 The politician's absolutistic stance on immigration alienated many potential supporters.

C2 The artist's absolutistic interpretation of the painting left critics divided.

Examples of absolutistic in a Sentence

formal The philosopher's absolutistic views on morality led to intense debates among his peers.

informal She can be quite absolutistic when it comes to following rules.

slang Don't be so absolutistic about it, just go with the flow.

figurative His absolutistic approach to problem-solving left no room for creativity or innovation.

Grammatical Forms of absolutistic

• past tense: absolutisticed
• plural: absolutistics
• comparative: more absolutistic
• superlative: most absolutistic
• present tense: absolutistic
• future tense: will absolutistic
• perfect tense: have absolutisticed
• continuous tense: is absolutisticing
• singular: absolutistic
• positive degree: absolutistic
• infinitive: to absolutistic
• gerund: absolutisticing
• participle: absolutisticed

Origin and Evolution of absolutistic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'absolutistic' originates from the Latin word 'absolutus' meaning 'loosened' or 'free from'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a theological context to describe the belief in absolute divine power and authority, the term 'absolutistic' has evolved to also refer to political systems or individuals who exercise unlimited power and control.