anarchy

[US]/ˈænəki/
[UK]/ˈænərki/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. chaos; lack of order; absence of government.

Example Sentences

There would be anarchy if we had no police.

the lawless days of mob rule and anarchy

Powell, Robert. "Anarchy in International Relations Theory: The Neorealist-Neoliberal Debate." International Organization 48 (2) (1994): 313-44.

The country descended into anarchy after the government collapsed.

Anarchy can lead to chaos and lawlessness.

The group advocated for anarchy as a form of political philosophy.

Anarchy is often associated with a lack of hierarchy and authority.

The city was in a state of anarchy during the riots.

Many fear that anarchy would result in violence and instability.

The collapse of the central government led to anarchy in the region.

Anarchy is often used as a symbol of rebellion and anti-authoritarianism.

The philosophy of anarchy challenges traditional notions of governance.

Some argue that anarchy can promote individual freedom and autonomy.

Real-world Examples

Now, for piece of advice number four, engage in occasional playful anarchy.

Source: 2023 Celebrity High School Graduation Speech

It blames the demonstrators for causing violence and anarchy in Myanmar.

Source: CNN 10 Student English Compilation April 2021

Which leads to defiance! Which leads to anarchy!

Source: Universal Dialogue for Children's Animation

What does the computer industry thrive on apart from anarchy?

Source: New Concept English. American Version. Book Four (Translation)

Annihilation's bad enough, without anarchy to make things even worse.

Source: Yes, Minister Season 1

Actually, the saying goes 'we're only nine meals away from anarchy'.

Source: 6 Minute English

The distressing effects of disorder and anarchy are experienced by all groups.

Source: Essential Reading List for Self-Improvement

Security turns into anarchy, ambition becomes obsession, order breaks down into an all-devouring chaos.

Source: Deep Dive into the Movie World (LSOO)

Is it: a) a revolution, b) anarchy or c) famine?

Source: 6 Minute English

After Somalia descended into violence and anarchy in 1991, warlords printed their own money.

Source: BBC Listening Compilation March 2017

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