menshevism

/mɛnˈsɛvɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A revolutionary socialist movement that emerged in Russia in the early 20th century, characterized by its advocacy of democratic socialism and opposition to Bolshevik authoritarianism.

“The Mensheviks played a significant role in the Russian Revolution, but their influence waned as the Bolsheviks gained power.”

Synonyms

  • revolutionary socialism
  • socialism

Antonyms

  • authoritarianism
  • bolshevism