technocracy — a system of government in which technical experts rule by virtue of their specialized knowledge and position in dominant political and economic institutions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a system of government in which technical experts rule by virtue of their specialized knowledge and position in dominant political and economic institutions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈteknɑkrəsi/
Example Sentences
- Silicon Valley's influence on politics has led some to worry about an emerging technocracy.
- In a technocracy, your coding skills might matter more than your charisma in elections.
- The pandemic showed both the benefits and risks of technocracy in public health decision-making.
technocracy
NOUN[/ˈteknɑkrəsi/]
a system of government in which technical experts rule by virtue of their specialized knowledge and position in dominant political and economic institutions
In this technocracy, engineers and scientists make every major policy decision.
When technocracy replaces democracy, we witness pure hypocrisy!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'tekhne' meaning skill or craft, and 'kratia' meaning rule or power. This term was coined in the early 20th century to describe a system where technical experts hold political power.
Breakdown
techno- (skill/technology) + -cracy (rule/government)
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📝Examples
“Silicon Valley's influence on politics has led some to worry about an emerging technocracy.”
“In a technocracy, your coding skills might matter more than your charisma in elections.”
“The pandemic showed both the benefits and risks of technocracy in public health decision-making.”
“Critics argue that technocracy lacks the human touch needed for effective governance.”
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