kaiserism

/ˈkaɪzərɪzəm/
noun
  1. A system of government led by a kaiser; imperial rule or autocracy.
    • The novel explores the effects of kaiserism on ordinary people's lives.
    • The historian argued that kaiserism led to the centralization of power in Germany.
    • Many citizens grew tired of kaiserism and demanded democratic reforms.
  2. A political ideology that supports rule by a kaiser or similar authoritarian leader.
    • The speech criticized kaiserism for ignoring the rights of workers.
    • Kaiserism was often associated with militarism and expansionist policies.
    • Some groups in the early 20th century promoted kaiserism as a national ideal.
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