Procrustean
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹəʊˈkɹʌsti.ən/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Procrustean is an adjective meaning Enforcing strict conformity through disregard of individual differences or special circumstances.
Meaning
Enforcing strict conformity through disregard of individual differences or special circumstances.
Example Sentences
The concept of an Age of Nationalism is a bit procrustean.
The object in choosing the political capital is average nearness of approach from the various confines of the State; but commerce submits to no such Procrustean laws in selecting her capitals, and consequently she has placed Detroit on the borders of Michigan, […]
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include authoritarian, illiberal, inner-directed, overindividualistic, procontrol, austeritarian.
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