governmentalism

governmentalism

(ˌɡʌvəˈmɛntəlɪzəm; ˌɡʌvənˈmɛntəlɪzəm) n (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) a philosophy that promotes the extension of government activity

gov•ern•men•tal•ism

(ˌgʌv ərnˈmɛn tlˌɪz əm, -ərˈmɛn-)

n. the trend toward expansion of the government's role, range of activities, or power. [1840–50] gov`ern•men′tal•ist, n.

governmentalism

a theory that advocates the extension of governmental activity. — governmentalist, n.See also: Government