anti-fascism
|an-ti-fash-ism|
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/ˌæn.tiˈfæʃ.ɪzəm/
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/ˌæn.tiˈfæʃ.ɪz(ə)m/
against fascism
Etymology
'anti-fascism' originates from combining the prefix 'anti-' (from Greek 'anti', meaning 'against') with 'fascism', which ultimately comes from Italian 'fascismo'.
'fascism' entered English from Italian 'fascismo' (derived from 'fascio', a 'bundle' or 'group' used politically), and the compound 'anti-fascism' developed in the early 20th century as opposition to that movement.
Initially it often referred specifically to opposition to Italian Fascism and related movements in the 1920s–1940s, but over time it has broadened to mean opposition to fascist ideology and organizations more generally.
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Noun 1
opposition to fascism as a political ideology or system (a political stance or belief).
Anti-fascism emerged as a strong political current in parts of Europe during the 20th century.
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organized movements, groups, or activities that resist or work to defeat fascist movements or policies.
The city's long history of anti-fascism includes protests, direct action, and community organizing.
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a political doctrine or practice focused on preventing the rise or influence of fascist ideas and parties.
Many schools include lessons on anti-fascism to teach the dangers of authoritarianism.
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