Definition of thugocracy

thugocracy

• A system where power is held by those who rule through fear and force instead of law. Chiikawa Puzzle

  Last edited on Nov 28 2025. Submitted by Anonymous on Nov 28 2025.

• So scary, i'm just thinking how to finish drywall. Thugocracy: It is a government run by thugs or a group of individuals who use intimidation, violence, and threats to maintain power.

  Last edited on Nov 29 2025. Submitted by Anonymous on Nov 29 2025.

noun

• a government ruled by a group of thugs.
  • See more words with the same meaning: politics, government (related to).

  Last edited on Apr 06 2018. Submitted by Bryan C. from ירושלים, Israel on Jul 02 2002.

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