Patriarchal

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˌpeɪtriˈɑrkəl/

Definitions of patriarchal

adjective relating to or characteristic of a system of society or government controlled by men

Example Sentences

A1 In some cultures, the family structure is patriarchal.

A2 The patriarchal society often places more value on male authority.

B1 Many traditional societies have patriarchal systems in place.

B2 The patriarchal norms in the workplace can be challenging for women.

C1 The patriarchal hierarchy in the company was starting to show signs of strain.

C2 She challenged the patriarchal system and advocated for gender equality in the organization.

Examples of patriarchal in a Sentence

formal The patriarchal society placed men in positions of power and authority.

informal I don't like how patriarchal my workplace is, always favoring the male employees.

slang The whole system is so patriarchal, it's like they don't even care about equality.

figurative The patriarchal mindset is like a heavy weight holding back progress towards gender equality.

Grammatical Forms of patriarchal

past tense

patriarched

plural

patriarchals

comparative

more patriarchal

superlative

most patriarchal

present tense

patriarch

future tense

will patriarch

perfect tense

has patriarched

continuous tense

is patriarching

singular

patriarchal

positive degree

patriarchal

infinitive

to patriarch

gerund

patriarching

participle

patriarching

Origin and Evolution of patriarchal

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin and Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'patriarchal' originated from the Latin word 'patriarchalis', which is derived from the Greek word 'patriarkhēs' meaning 'chief or head of a family.'
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a social system where men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property, the term 'patriarchal' has evolved to also encompass the criticism of such systems as oppressive and discriminatory towards women.