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Term: Divine Right

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A belief or doctrine that monarchs are chosen by a higher power and have absolute authority over their subjects.

Usage: The concept of divine right was prevalent during the medieval period.

Sample Sentence: The king claimed his authority was derived from divine right, granting him unquestionable power over the kingdom.

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