What is another word for Feudality?
Pronunciation: [fjuːdˈalɪti] (IPA) 
Feudality is a noun that refers to a social system prevalent in medieval times where land was held by nobles in return for loyalty and military service to a monarch. There are several synonyms for this word, including feudal system, feudalism, fiefdom, manorial system, and manorialism. The feudal system was characterized by a hierarchical structure with the king at the top and the lords or vassals below him. They were responsible for managing their estates and ensuring the loyalty of their tenants. The system lasted for several centuries before gradually being replaced by new political and economic structures. Today, the term "feudality" is often used to describe any hierarchical system marked by extreme inequality and a lack of social mobility.
