Question

In what way were the enlightened despots less than true reformers

Answer 1

Enlightened despots-absolute monarchs were influenced by enlightenment. Thus they were less than a true reformer. 
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Answer 2

Answer:

Enlightened despots were the European monarchs who were influenced by the enlightenment which inspired them to enhance their power, they  pursued social , legal and educational reforms. the most famous enlightened despots were Fredrick the Great, Czar Peter (The Great). They brought administrative reforms to strengthen their sovereignty.

They were less true than reformers because the enlightened despots reforms were undone as soon as they died. The despots also refused to give up their power and refused to give up monarchy.