Matriarchy
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈmeɪ.tɹiˌɑː.ki/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Matriarchy is a noun meaning A system of government by females (particularly as a kind of polity).
Meaning
A system of government by females (particularly as a kind of polity).
More Meanings
- The dominance of women in social or cultural systems.
- A social system in which the mother is head of household, having authority over men and children, and lineage is traced through the female line.
Word Forms
- matriarchies
Synonyms for matriarchy
Depending on context, synonyms include matriarchate, gynarchy, gynecocracy.
Antonyms for matriarchy
Common opposites include patriarchy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include matriarchate, patriarchy, matrilinealism, matriarchism, matriline, matriliny.
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