TIMOCRACIES
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Timocracies.
Timocracies - as a noun
(platonism) a form of government in which ambition for honor, power and military glory motivates the rulers.
(aristotelianism) a form of government in which civic honor or political power increases with the amount of property one owns.
Example Sentences
"Ancient Sparta and Crete were both considered timocracies, as only certain citizens were allowed to participate in government based on their wealth."
"Some critics argue that modern democracies often turn into timocracies, as wealth can heavily influence election outcomes."
"According to Plato, timocracies are one of the five types of regimes or governments."
"The concept of timocracies can be traced back to ancient Greek political philosophy."
"A major characteristic of timocracies is the emphasis on property ownership as a criteria for political participation."
Word Game Points
Is TIMOCRACIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, timocracies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TIMOCRACIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is TIMOCRACIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, timocracies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTIMOCRACIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is TIMOCRACIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, timocracies is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTIMOCRACIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
