Maoism

Mao·ism

 (mou′ĭz′əm)

n.

The form of Marxism-Leninism developed in China chiefly by Mao Zedong.

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Mao′ist adj. & n.

Maoism

(ˈmaʊɪzəm)

n

1. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) Marxism-Leninism as interpreted by Mao Tse-tung: distinguished by its theory of guerrilla warfare and its emphasis on the revolutionary potential of the peasantry

2. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) adherence to or reverence for Mao Tse-tung and his teachings

ˈMaoist n, adj

Mao•ism

(ˈmaʊ ɪz əm)

n.

the theories and policies of Mao Zedong, esp. his strategy for revolution.

[1950–55]

Mao′ist, n., adj.

Maoism

1. the political and social theories and policies of Mao Zedong (1893-1976), Chinese communist leader, especially with regard to revolution and agrarian reform.
2. adherence to or belief in Mao’s doctrines. — Maoist, n., adj.

See also: China, Communism

Maoism

Marxist ideology emphasizing the peasantry rather than the proletariat as the main force for revolutionary change, propounded by Mao Zedong (1893–1976).

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

Maoism - a form of communism developed in China by Mao Zedong communism - a political theory favoring collectivism in a classless society

Translations

maoïsme

Maoism

[ˈmaʊɪzəm] N → maoísmo m