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anarchy
A state of society without state order, laws, or authority, often associated with chaos and violence.
Nach dem Zusammenbruch der Regierung versank das Land in Anarchie.
After the collapse of the government, the country sank into anarchy.
chaos
In a figurative sense: a state of complete disorder and lack of rules in any given situation.
Als die Vertretungslehrerin den Raum verließ, herrschte in der Klasse die reinste Anarchie.
When the substitute teacher left the room, there was absolute chaos in the class.
'Anarchie' (anarchy) is the basis for other words. The adjective is 'anarchistisch' (anarchist/anarchistic), and a person who supports this political idea is 'der Anarchist' or 'die Anarchistin' (the anarchist).
Er hat anarchistische Ideen in seinen Büchern vertreten.
He advocated anarchist ideas in his books.
In a political context, 'Anarchie' (anarchy) is often used with verbs that describe a process. Typical phrases are 'in Anarchie versinken' (to sink into anarchy), 'Anarchie bricht aus' (anarchy breaks out), or 'Anarchie herrscht' (anarchy reigns).
Ohne eine funktionierende Regierung droht das Land in Anarchie zu versinken.
Without a functioning government, the country is in danger of sinking into anarchy.
The figurative meaning 'Chaos' (chaos) can often be recognized from the context of an everyday situation (e.g., school class, traffic, party). It is often intensified by words like 'reine' (pure), 'totale' (total), or 'völlige' (complete).
Nachdem der Chef gegangen war, herrschte im Büro die totale Anarchie.
After the boss had left, there was total chaos in the office.
chaos
Chaos and „Anarchie“ can both describe a highly disorganized situation. However, „Anarchie“ emphasizes the absence of government, rules, or authority, while „Chaos“ mainly refers to the resulting disorder and confusion. Choose „Anarchie“ when there is no leadership or authority, and „Chaos“ for a disorganized state.
Nach dem Zusammenbruch der Regierung herrschte im Land Anarchie.
After the collapse of the government, anarchy prevailed in the country.
Nach dem Stromausfall herrschte im Bahnhof großes Chaos.
After the power outage, there was a great deal of chaos at the train station.
