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Patriarchal

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a patriarch or patriarchy, which is a social system in which power is held by males, especially within a family or society.

Examples:

  1. She was raised in a deeply patriarchal society where women were expected to be submissive.
  2. The patriarchal structure of the company prevented women from being considered for higher-level positions.
  3. In many patriarchal cultures, the eldest male member of the family holds authority over all decisions.

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