Multiple choice

Directions: Choose one word substitute for the given phrase.

Government by priests or ecclesiastics

  1. Hagiocracy

  2. Democracy

  3. Regent

  4. Regime
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Explanation

Hagiocracy refers to a form of government where priests or religious leaders hold political power. The term derives from Greek 'hagios' meaning holy or sacred. Democracy refers to rule by people, while regent and regime are general political terms unrelated to religious governance.

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