1. plural of czarism; systems of government or rule by a czar (Russian emperor) or similar autocratic ruler; absolute monarchical authority
Usage: historical; often used in discussions of Russian imperial history
2. plural of czarism; the principles, practices, or ideology supporting czarist rule or autocratic government
Usage: historical; political

Examples

• The czarisms of Eastern Europe were eventually overthrown by revolutionary movements.
• Historians study the various czarisms that dominated Russia for centuries.
• The fall of czarisms in the early 20th century reshaped European politics.
• Different czarisms employed distinct methods of controlling their vast territories.
• The ideology of czarisms emphasized the divine right of the ruler.