• The theory or practice of paternal government. See Paternalgovernment, under Paternal. London Times.


    Paternalism meaning & definition 1 of Paternalism.


  • thinking or behaviour by people in authority that results in them making decisions for other people that, although they may be to those peoples advantage, prevent them from taking responsibility for their own lives

    Paternalism meaning & definition 2 of Paternalism.


  • The policy or practice on the part of people in positions of authority of restricting the freedom and responsibilities of those subordinate to them in the subordinates supposed best interest.

    Paternalism meaning & definition 3 of Paternalism.

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