thearchy

/ˈθɛərki/ (THEER-kee)

Definitions

1. noun

A system of government where the supreme power is held by the people directly, often through referendums or popular initiatives.

“The city implemented a thearchy system to ensure that residents had a direct say in local policies.”

Synonyms

  • direct democracy
  • participatory democracy

Antonyms

  • autocracy
  • oligarchy