L'absolutisme
Example: L'absolutisme va marcar una etapa important en la història europea.
Definition
"L'absolutisme" refers to a political system where a single ruler holds absolute power, unrestricted by laws or opposition. It marked a significant period in European history, characterized by centralized authority and the monarch's dominance over the state and its institutions.
Etymology
The term "l'absolutisme" derives from the Latin word 'absolutus,' meaning 'unrestricted' or 'free,' combined with the suffix '-isme,' indicating a system or doctrine. Did you know that the concept gained prominence in the 17th century as monarchs like Louis XIV embodied absolute rule, coining the phrase 'L'état, c'est moi' ('I am the state')?
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