statism

/ˈstætɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A political ideology that advocates for a strong central government and often involves the control of the means of production and distribution.

“The economist argued that statism leads to economic stagnation and stifle innovation.”

2. noun

A system or regime in which the state plays a dominant role in the economy and society.

“The country has been under a strict form of statism since the military coup.”

Synonyms

  • authoritarianism
  • socialism

Antonyms

  • libertarianism
  • minimal government