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fascists

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈfæʃɪsts// UK //fˈæʃɪsts// fas·cists

n. people who support a political system led by a powerful leader who controls everything and does not allow any opposition. They often believe their own nation or race is better than others and use force to stay in power.

n. adherents of a far-right, authoritarian ultranationalist political ideology characterized by dictatorial power and the forcible suppression of opposition. Often associated with the belief in a natural social hierarchy and the subordination of individual interests to the perceived needs of the nation.


SIMPLE

The protesters marched through the streets to oppose the fascists.

CONTEXTUAL

Historians study how fascists gained control of several European governments during the early twentieth century.

COMPLEX

The rise of various groups of fascists across the continent during the interwar period led to the systematic dismantling of democratic institutions and the eventual outbreak of global conflict.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'fascist'; can be used as a specific historical label or as a broad political pejorative.

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