diarchy

/daɪˈɑrkɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A system of government in which power is divided between two rulers or leaders, often in a way that is equal or roughly equal.

“The country’s diarchy was marked by frequent power struggles between the two monarchs.”

Synonyms

  • dual monarchy
  • duumvirate

Antonyms

  • autocracy
  • monarchy