bourbonism

/ˈbɜrbəˌnɪzəm/
noun
  1. Extreme political conservatism or reactionary principles, especially a stubborn refusal to accept change or reform.
    • The senator's bourbonism made him oppose every new social program proposed.
    • Many historians see the king's bourbonism as the cause of the revolution.
    • His bourbonism was evident when he insisted on keeping outdated laws.
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