1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a theocracy or theocratic government
Usage: formal; often used interchangeably with ‘theocratic’

Examples

• The ancient kingdom operated under a theocratical system where priests held political power.
• Many citizens opposed the theocratical reforms proposed by the religious leaders.
• The constitution prohibited any theocratical influence in government affairs.
• Historians studied the theocratical structures of medieval European states.
• The revolution aimed to overthrow the theocratical regime and establish secular rule.
• Critics argued that the new laws represented a dangerous theocratical trend.