Definition

A social system where everyone has equal power and participates in governing.

Example

The idea of pantisocracy was appealing to those who dreamed of a fair society.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the concept of pantisocracy?

Yeah, it’s that idea where everyone has an equal say in government, right?

Exactly! It sounds like a great way to create a fair society.

For sure, but I wonder how it would actually work in practice.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pantisocracy is formed from "panto-" (from Greek "pantos", meaning all or every) and "-socracy" (from Greek "kratos", meaning power or rule). The word refers to a system of government in which all are equal and have a share in power, thus embodying the idea of rule by all.

Memory Tip

Think of 'all' ('panto-') having a share in 'power' ('-socracy') — that's what pantisocracy means, a system where everyone rules together.

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