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technocracy

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Noun — A system of government in which skilled experts govern in their own areas of expertise.

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It is a formal term used in politics and social science.

Etymology

The word joins techno-, meaning technical or technicians, to -cracy, meaning rule by. It is attributed to W.H. Smyth.

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Frequently asked questions

What does technocracy mean?
It means a system of government in which people with skill and expertise govern in their own fields.
What is a technocrat?
A technocrat is a person who takes part in or supports technocracy, that is, rule by experts.
What does the -cracy ending mean?
In this word, -cracy means rule by, so technocracy is rule by technical experts.

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