Legitimism

Grammar

This term is a noun.

Etimology of Legitimism

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insistence upon legitimacy, 1849, from French légitimisme (1834); see legitimate (adj.) + -ism. In 19c. especially with reference to French or Spanish politics and conservative adherence to “legitimate” claimants to the throne.