anarchy
nounHow many syllables in anarchy?
There are 3 syllables in the word anarchy.Divide anarchy into syllables:
an · ar · chy
How to pronounce anarchy:
Definition of anarchy:
- anarchy (noun):
- absence of government
- a state of lawlessness and disorder (usually resulting from a failure of government).
Synonyms for anarchy:
anarchism
chaos
commotion
confusion
disorder
disorganization
disruption
havoc
lawlessness
misrule
nihilism
rebellion
revolution
riot
strife
turbulence
turmoil
unrest
upheaval
Antonyms for anarchy:
arrangement
calm
calmness
coherence
compliance
composure
contentment
control
decorousness
decorum
discipline
ease
government
happiness
harmony
hush
integrity
law
law and order
lawful behaviour
lawfulness
method
neatness
nonanarchy
obedience
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