noun
fascist
FA-shihst
noun
1
A supporter or member of a fascist movement or party.
"The resistance fought against the fascists occupying their country."
adj
1
Relating to or supporting fascism.
"The film is a stark portrayal of a fascist regime."
"His fascist views shocked most of his colleagues."
How to Use Fascist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA believer in or follower of fascism, or anything connected with that ideology.
When to use it
Also used loosely and informally as an insult for anyone seen as overly authoritarian — a much weaker sense than the political meaning.
Common pairings
fascist regime
fascist dictator
fascist ideology
Word Forms
more fascist comparative, fascists plural, Fascists plural, most fascist superlative
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