patriarchal

• Relatif à un système de société ou de gouvernement contrôlé par les hommes, ou à l'homme en tant que chef de famille ou de tribu. Qui évoque l'autorité masculine ou la domination des hommes.

Relating to a system of society or government controlled by men, or to a male head of a family or tribe.

1. Male-dominated social systemB2formal

   Relating to a social system where men hold primary power and authority, especially in family and political structures.

   Système social patriarcal

   • The patriarchal structure of the society limited women's rights.
   • Many ancient civilizations were deeply patriarchal.
   • She criticized the patriarchal norms that still exist in some workplaces.

   Antonymesegalitarianmatriarchal

2. Relating to an older male leaderC1formal

   Characteristic of a man who is older, higher in rank, or acts as a respected leader within a group or family.

   patriarcal (relatif à un chef masculin âgé)

   • His patriarchal demeanor commanded respect from the younger members.
   • The patriarch's patriarchal authority was unquestioned in the village.
   • He adopted a patriarchal tone when addressing the family council.

   Synonymeselderfatherlypaternalseniorvenerable

   Antonymesmatriarchal