Associations to the word «Feudalism»

Wiktionary

FEUDALISM, noun. A social system based on personal ownership of resources and personal fealty between a suzerain (lord) and a vassal (subject). Defining characteristics are direct ownership of resources, personal loyalty, and a hierarchical social structure reinforced by religion.

Dictionary definition

FEUDALISM, noun. The social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war.

Wise words

Wisdom does not show itself so much in precept as in life - in firmness of mind and a mastery of appetite. It teaches us to do, as well as talk, and to make our words and actions all of a color.
Lucius Annaeus Seneca