Feudalistic
(adjective)
Relating to or characteristic of the feudal system or society, especially with its rigid social hierarchy, landholding, and protection in exchange for service.
Origin:
Feudalistic is derived from the word feudalism which comes from the latin word feudum, which means "fief" or "land held under a feudal arrangement".
Examples:
- The feudalistic society was based on a system of lords and vassals.
- Feudalistic systems of government often involve the exchange of land for military service.
- Feudalistic societies were characterized by a rigid social hierarchy.
- The feudalistic system of government was abolished during the French revolution.
- Feudalistic societies were based on a system of landholding and protection in exchange for service.