Fascism

Definition

Fascism is a far-right political ideology characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and strong regimentation of society and the economy. It often emphasizes aggressive nationalism and ethnocentrism.

Related terms

Authoritarianism: A governing system in which power is concentrated in the hands of a leader or small elite that is not constitutionally responsible to the body of the people.

Totalitarianism: A political system where the state recognizes no limits to its authority and seeks to regulate every aspect of public and private life wherever feasible.

Nationalism: The ideology based on fostering, promoting, and sustaining a shared national identity among members of a state or territory, often featuring the exclusion or denigration of other nationalities or cultures