dynastic
dynastic
Adjective
This term carries a heavy connotation of inherited power and exclusivity. It is most frequently used in historical or political contexts to describe the transition of authority within a single bloodline, often implying a lack of democratic process or meritocracy.
In modern usage, the word is often applied metaphorically to wealthy business families or political clans who maintain a grip on industry or government over several generations. It suggests a strategic, often cold, approach to family legacy where marriages and alliances are treated as tools for expanding influence rather than personal choices.
Meanings
Examples
He is more concerned with dynastic succession than with actual governance.
History
Related Words
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