acephalism

noun

Meaning

A state or condition of being without a head or a central governing authority.

Examples

The radical group prided itself on its acephalism, ensuring no single member held power over the others.
Anthropologists often study tribal societies characterized by acephalism, where collective decision-making replaces a chief.

Synonyms: leaderlessness, anarchy, decentralization, acephaly

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acephalism

noun

Pronunciation: /eɪˈsɛfəlɪzəm/

Definition

A state or condition of being without a head or a central governing authority.

Examples

The radical group prided itself on its acephalism, ensuring no single member held power over the others.
Anthropologists often study tribal societies characterized by acephalism, where collective decision-making replaces a chief.
Critics argued that the organization's acephalism made it impossible to negotiate a formal treaty.

Synonyms of acephalism

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Antonyms of acephalism

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