Trotskyism

noun

Trots·​ky·​ism ˈträt-skē-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce Trotskyism (audio)
ˈtrȯt-
: the political, economic, and social principles advocated by Trotsky
especially : the theory and practice of communism developed by or associated with Trotsky and usually including adherence to the concept of worldwide revolution as opposed to socialism in one country
Trotskyist noun or adjective
Trotskyite noun or adjective

Examples of Trotskyism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Joshua Frederick, 33, Mount Healthy. Philosophy: Trotskyism. Scott Wartman, The Enquirer, 6 July 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Trotskyism was in 1925

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“Trotskyism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Trotskyism. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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