Synonyms of leftism

leftism

noun

ˈlef-ˌti-zəm 

as in liberalism

a political belief stressing progress, the essential goodness of humankind, and individual freedom

the candidate's opponents are working overtime to paint him as a champion of extreme leftism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• liberalism
• left
• socialism
• left wing
• neoliberalism
• radicalism

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conservatism
• right
• illiberalism
• immobilism
• neoconservatism

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of leftism

That’s thanks, in part, to his pairing of uncompromising leftism with alpha-male charisma and aesthetics—and having giant biceps. — Abigail Sylvor Greenberg, Vanity Fair, 20 Mar. 2026

Making a film with a director so unabashed about his leftism was a new but grounding experience for Palmer. — Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026

Corrales explained that Rubio is a perfect foil for the Maduro regime, being perhaps the most prominent critic of Latin American leftism in the US government. — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 19 Nov. 2025

The centrists contend leftism will play far worse nationwide — and in purple districts and states — than in the liberal strongholds of Manhattan and Brooklyn. — Niall Stanage, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2025