The phrase
"patriarchal system" refers to a social and cultural system where power and authority are predominantly held by men. In this system, men have more control and decision-making power in areas such as government, businesses, and family matters, often leading to women being disadvantaged and facing inequality.
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Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«patriarchal»
«system»
Sentences with «patriarchal system»
- But Ethiopia has a very patriarchal system in which the man of the household makes all of the decisions. (scienceofrelationships.com)
- The interviewers pointed to the apparent popularity of writers and pastors and theologians who baptize secular patriarchal systems in sacred language and then preach the gospel of headship, power, and hierarchy. (sarahbessey.com)
- «I'm from the gay community and I realised that the medical school is a very patriarchal system, very serious, and the professors are very traditional, particularly in Asian countries. (newscientist.com)
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