conciliarism

/kɒnsɪˈlɛərɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A system or principle of government in which power is held collectively by a group of leaders or by a council, especially in the Catholic Church.

“The conciliarism of the medieval church led to significant reforms and the establishment of a more democratic system.”

Synonyms

  • collectivism
  • council democracy

Antonyms

  • autocracy
  • despotism