Paternalism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈtɝnəlɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paternalism is a noun meaning The treatment of people in a fatherly manner, especially by caring for them and sometimes being stern with them.
Meaning
The treatment of people in a fatherly manner, especially by caring for them and sometimes being stern with them.
More Meanings
- The guiding of people in a manner that limits their autonomy in the name of their own well-being.
Example Sentences
Libertarian paternalism is the view that, because the way options are presented to citizens affects what they choose, society should present options in a way that “nudges” our intuitive selves to make choices that are more consistent with what our more deliberative selves would have chosen if they were in control.
Word Forms
- paternalisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nannying, guardianship, maternalism, parentism, parentalism, fatherdom.
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