fascist

noun

A proponent of fascism.

(fascism, historical, sometimes attributive) A member of the National Fascist Party in Italy from 1922 to 1943.

(fascism, historical, sometimes attributive) Synonym of Nazi.

adjective

Of or relating to fascism.

Supporting the principles of fascism.

(informal, figurative) Unfairly oppressive or needlessly strict.

(fascism, history) Of or pertaining to the Kingdom of Italy from 1922–1943.

Roots

fascisfasc- · Latin · bundle

Synonyms for fascist

totalitarianadj dictatorialadj authoritarianadj despoticadj autocraticadj oligarchicadj

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