theocrasia

/θiːˌɒkrəˈsiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A form of government in which a deity or deities are considered to be the rulers of the state.

“The ancient city was ruled by a theocrasia, where the high priest held absolute power.”

Synonyms

  • divine right
  • theocracy

Antonyms

  • laicism
  • secularism