Fasisme
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A political “ideology” that is authoritarian, characterized by centralized state power, suppression of opposition, and extreme nationalism.
Synonyms & Variants
diktatorisme
An ideology or system of government run by a dictator with absolute power.
otoritarianisme
Shares similarities in the aspect of oppressive power.
rezim tangan besi
An expression to describe a government that is very harsh, oppressive, and undemocratic.
totalitarianisme
Often used interchangeably in political contexts.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term derives from the Italian word fascismo, which originates from fascio, meaning a bundle or tie. Historically, this ideology emerged as a political movement in Italy under the leadership of Benito Mussolini in the early 20th century. In modern discourse, the word is frequently used to critique government policies perceived as overly oppressive toward civil liberties or as imposing a singular will unilaterally.
Real-world Usage
Tindakan otoriter pemimpin itu sangat mencerminkan paham fasisme yang berbahaya bagi demokrasi.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.