dearchism
A structural or philosophical approach characterized by the rejection of hierarchy, centralized authority, or a singular dominant 'arch' (rule). It advocates for decentralized, horizontal organization where power and focus are distributed evenly across a system.
Exemples
3 sur 5Our neighborhood garden operates on a principle of dearchism, where every member has an equal say in planting decisions.
Our neighborhood garden operates on a principle of dearchism, where every member has an equal say in planting decisions.
The architect's latest project is a masterclass in dearchism, featuring a sprawling layout that consciously avoids a central focal point.
The architect's latest project is a masterclass in dearchism, featuring a sprawling layout that consciously avoids a central focal point.
We tried a bit of dearchism for the group project, but it ended up being a mess without a clear leader.
We tried a bit of dearchism for the group project, but it ended up being a mess without a clear leader.
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Break the word down: 'de-' (remove) + 'arch' (the ruler or the keystone of a bridge). Imagine a bridge where every stone is the same size, with no single 'arch' holding the rest up.
Quiz rapide
The software development team moved away from a rigid management structure, opting instead for a system of _____ to foster innovation.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : dearchism
Exemples
Our neighborhood garden operates on a principle of dearchism, where every member has an equal say in planting decisions.
everydayOur neighborhood garden operates on a principle of dearchism, where every member has an equal say in planting decisions.
The architect's latest project is a masterclass in dearchism, featuring a sprawling layout that consciously avoids a central focal point.
formalThe architect's latest project is a masterclass in dearchism, featuring a sprawling layout that consciously avoids a central focal point.
We tried a bit of dearchism for the group project, but it ended up being a mess without a clear leader.
informalWe tried a bit of dearchism for the group project, but it ended up being a mess without a clear leader.
Scholars argue that the digital revolution has fostered a new era of dearchism in information dissemination, bypassing traditional gatekeepers.
academicScholars argue that the digital revolution has fostered a new era of dearchism in information dissemination, bypassing traditional gatekeepers.
Adopting a model of dearchism allowed the startup to pivot quickly by empowering individual teams to make executive decisions.
businessAdopting a model of dearchism allowed the startup to pivot quickly by empowering individual teams to make executive decisions.
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
the spirit of dearchism
the spirit of dearchism
a move toward dearchism
a move toward dearchism
dearchism in design
dearchism in design
Souvent confondu avec
Anarchism is a broad political ideology seeking to abolish the state, while dearchism is a more specific structural or aesthetic rejection of hierarchy.
Decentralization is the process of moving power away from a center; dearchism is the philosophical state of being without a 'rule' or 'center'.
Notes d'usage
The term is highly specialized and most commonly found in architectural theory (notably used by Rem Koolhaas) or niche political philosophy. While often used as a noun, it can function attributively to describe non-hierarchical structures.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often confuse it with 'chaos'; however, dearchism implies a specific, intentional lack of hierarchy, not necessarily a lack of order.
Astuce mémo
Break the word down: 'de-' (remove) + 'arch' (the ruler or the keystone of a bridge). Imagine a bridge where every stone is the same size, with no single 'arch' holding the rest up.
Origine du mot
Derived from the Greek 'de-' (undoing/removing) and 'archē' (rule, origin, or architectural arch).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
The term gained traction in postmodern architectural discourse to describe buildings that challenge traditional monumentality and focalized power.
Quiz rapide
The software development team moved away from a rigid management structure, opting instead for a system of _____ to foster innovation.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : dearchism
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
to
A1Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.
and
A1A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.
a
A1A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.
that
A1This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.
I
A1The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.
for
A1Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.
not
A1A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.
with
A1A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.
he
A1A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.
you
A1Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
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