What is another word for theocracy?
Pronunciation: [θɪˈɒkɹəsi] (IPA) 
Theocracy refers to a form of government where religious leaders hold the highest power and authority. Some synonyms for this word include ecclesiocracy, hierocracy, and clericalism. These terms all refer to a government where religious leaders or institutions wield significant political influence. Other similar concepts include the concept of a religious state, where the government is organized around a particular religion, and religious supremacism, which refers to the belief that a particular religion is superior to all others. Theocratic governments have a long and complicated history, and are sometimes criticized for their tendency to restrict individual freedoms and impose religious dogma on society.
