dyarchy

/ˈdaɪɑrki/ or /daɪˈɑrki/

Definitions

1. noun

A system of government in which two people or groups share power, often with one having more authority than the other.

“The country adopted a dyarchy system to appease the opposing factions.”

2. noun

A division of power in a government, where two or more authorities have separate spheres of influence.

“The city’s dyarchy between the mayor and the city council caused a stalemate in decision-making.”

Synonyms

  • bipartisanship
  • co-governance
  • dual leadership

Antonyms

  • autocracy
  • monarchy