Kakistocracy

Pronunciation: /ˌkækɪˈstɑkrəsi/

Definitions of kakistocracy

noun a system of government that is run by the worst, least qualified, or most unscrupulous citizens

Example Sentences

A1 A kakistocracy is a government run by the least qualified or most unprincipled citizens.

A2 The citizens were unhappy with the kakistocracy that was in power.

B1 The country's descent into kakistocracy was evident in the corrupt practices of its leaders.

B2 The rise of kakistocracy in the region led to widespread unrest and protests.

C1 The intellectuals warned of the dangers of kakistocracy and its impact on society.

C2 The philosopher wrote extensively about the implications of kakistocracy on the future of democracy.

Examples of kakistocracy in a Sentence

formal The citizens feared the country was descending into a kakistocracy as corruption became more rampant.

informal Some people think our government is turning into a kakistocracy with all the scandals going on.

slang I can't believe we're living under such a kakistocracy!

figurative The company's leadership was a kakistocracy, with incompetence at every level.

Grammatical Forms of kakistocracy

• plural: kakistocracies
• comparative: more kakistocratic
• superlative: most kakistocratic
• present tense: kakistocracy
• future tense: will kakistocracy
• perfect tense: has kakistocracied
• continuous tense: is kakistocracying
• singular: kakistocracy
• positive degree: kakistocratic
• infinitive: to kakistocracy
• gerund: kakistocracying
• participle: kakistocracied

Origin and Evolution of kakistocracy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'kakistocracy' originated from the Greek words 'kakistos' meaning 'worst' and 'kratos' meaning 'rule'. It was first used in English during the 17th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a government or state ruled by the worst or least qualified citizens, the term 'kakistocracy' has evolved to also refer to a system where those in power are motivated by personal gain rather than the well-being of the people.