chartism

/ˈtʃɑːtɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a 19th-century working-class movement in the UK advocating democratic reforms and the establishment of a democratic republic, often through violent means.

“The Chartist movement was a pivotal moment in British history, pushing for significant changes in the social and economic landscape.”

Synonyms

  • democracy movement
  • labour movement

Antonyms

  • authoritarianism
  • oligarchy