anarchic

adjective

an·​ar·​chic a-ˈnär-kik 

ə-

variants or less commonly anarchical

a-ˈnär-ki-kəl 

ə-

1

a

: of, relating to, or advocating anarchy

b

: likely to bring about anarchy

anarchic violence

2

: lacking order, regularity, or definiteness

anarchic art forms

anarchically

a-ˈnär-ki-k(ə-)lē 

ə-

adverb

Synonyms of anarchic

• rebellious
• criminal
• disorderly
• illicit
• illegal
• lawless

Examples of anarchic in a Sentence

the citywide blackouts caused anarchic looting and rioting

Recent Examples on the Web

Unfolding in 1870s Oxford and adventuring abroad, the series will expose the early antics of the anarchic adolescent who is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident. —Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2025

Kick-starting the initiative is an arsenal of snappy, hooky nods to early B-boy culture and post-disco, aughts club bangers, and anarchic Odd Future anthems. —Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025

Since emerging in 1999, the anarchic denim label has become a mainstay in Australian fashion and beyond, amassing a loyal following with celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Travis Scott in tow. —Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 25 Nov. 2025

What was once a hub for journalists, artists, celebrities, and, yes, anarchic shitposters has become the front lines in the decline of democracy. —Ryan Broderick, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

probably borrowed from New Latin anarchicus, from Medieval Latin anarchia anarchy + Latin -icus -ic entry 1

First Known Use

circa 1656, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for anarchic

• hierarchic
• oligarchic

Kids Definition

anarchic

adjective

an·​ar·​chic a-ˈnär-kik 

ə-

: of or relating to anarchy

anarchically

-ki-k(ə-)lē 

adverb