Garveyism

noun

Gar·​vey·​ism
ˈgärvēˌizəm,
ˈgȧv-
plural -s
: a 20th century racial and political doctrine advocating black separation and the formation of self-governing black nations in Africa
Garveyite
-ēˌīt
noun
plural -s

Word History

Etymology

Marcus Garvey †1940 Jamaican-born black nationalist + English -ism

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“Garveyism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Garveyism. Accessed 7 Dec. 2024.

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