Leninism

noun

Le·​nin·​ism ˈle-nə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce Leninism (audio)
Synonyms of Leninismnext
: the political, economic, and social principles and policies advocated by Lenin
especially : the theory and practice of communism developed by or associated with Lenin
Leninist
ˈle-nə-nist How to pronounce Leninism (audio)
noun or adjective
Leninite
ˈle-nə-ˌnīt How to pronounce Leninism (audio)
noun or adjective

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Leninism was in 1917

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“Leninism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Leninism. Accessed 27 Jan. 2023.

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