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noun
the system, principle, or practice of managing or governing individuals, businesses, nations, etc., in the manner of a father dealing benevolently and often intrusively with his children: The employees objected to the paternalism of the old president.
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Paternalistic
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
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- However, your reference to the referendum as a tool of direct democracy underscored the paternalistic tone of your report.
- Brazilians still have a paternalistic mindset that the state or somebody else should for provide them.
- His prescription was paternalistic but sincere, and he was not alone.
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