Word
fascism
Meanings
An extreme right-wing political ideology and system of government with authoritarian rule, intense nationalism, and suppression of opposition.
Authoritarian control that forces strict obedience and does not allow people to question rules or leaders.
Definition
Fascism is an extreme right-wing political system with a powerful dictator, strong nationalism, and heavy control over society.
Fascism is a political ideology and form of government in which power is concentrated under a single leader or party. It strongly emphasizes nationalism and often treats disagreement as a threat. Fascist regimes commonly restrict civil rights, control the media, and use violence or intimidation to suppress opponents.
Examples
- Many historians study fascism to understand how democracies can collapse.
- The novel warns about fascism and the dangers of blind loyalty.
- He wrote an essay comparing fascism with other authoritarian movements.
- They marched in protest against fascism in the streets.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use fascism to mean any strict rule or dislike, but it specifically refers to an authoritarian political ideology or system.
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