Theocrat

Pronunciation: /ˈθiəˌkræt/

Definitions of theocrat

noun A person who advocates or supports a government in which God or a deity is recognized as the supreme civil ruler, the governing official is considered to be divinely guided, or the government is based on religious laws.

Example Sentences

A1 The theocrat ruled the kingdom with absolute authority.

A2 The theocrat believed in governing based on religious principles.

B1 The theocrat's policies were heavily influenced by their religious beliefs.

B2 The theocrat's rule was characterized by a blending of religious and political power.

C1 The theocrat implemented strict laws based on their interpretation of religious texts.

C2 The theocrat's regime was marked by theocracy and authoritarianism.

Examples of theocrat in a Sentence

formal The theocrat implemented strict religious laws in the country.

informal The theocrat is trying to impose their beliefs on everyone.

slang That theocrat is really power-hungry.

figurative The theocrat's control over the people was like a puppeteer pulling strings.

Grammatical Forms of theocrat

• past tense: theocrated
• plural: theocrats
• comparative: more theocratic
• superlative: most theocratic
• present tense: theocrats
• future tense: will theocrate
• perfect tense: have theocrated
• continuous tense: is theocrating
• singular: theocrat
• positive degree: theocrat
• infinitive: to theocrate
• gerund: theocrating
• participle: theocrated

Origin and Evolution of theocrat

First Known Use: 1670 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'theocrat' originated from the combination of 'theo-' meaning 'god' and '-crat' meaning 'ruler'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a ruler who governs based on divine guidance or religious principles, the meaning of 'theocrat' has evolved to also refer to individuals or groups who seek to establish a government based on religious laws or principles.