anarchy
Translation
anarchy, chaos, disorder
Examples
The country fell into a state of anarchy.
The country fell into a state of anarchy.
Without rules, society would descend into anarchy.
Without rules, society would descend into anarchy.
Grammar Patterns
((a state of anarchy)) a situation with no government or rules The city descended into a state of anarchy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chaos, disorder, lawlessness; Antonyms: order, government, law
Etymology
From Greek 'an-' (without) + 'arkhia' (rule). Meaning 'a state without rule'.
Memory Tips
Remember 'an-' (no) + 'archy' (rule). Picture a scene of chaos where there are no rules.