acratia

/ˌækriːˈteɪiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A state or condition of complete absence of government or authority, especially in a sense that there is no law and order.

“The city descended into anarchy and eventually into a state of acratia, with no functioning government or law enforcement.”

Synonyms

  • anarchy
  • lawlessness

Antonyms

  • authoritarianism
  • order