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Populism: meaning, definitions and examples

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populism

 

[ หˆpษ’pjสŠlษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political ideology

Populism is a political approach that seeks to represent the interests and concerns of ordinary people. Often characterized by a dichotomy between 'the elite' and 'the common people', populist movements may emerge in response to perceived failures of the political establishment. They typically advocate for the rights of the underrepresented and may employ a rhetoric that simplifies complex social issues.

Synonyms

demagoguery, grassroots movement, people's politics

Examples of usage

  • The rise of populism in recent elections surprised many analysts.
  • Populism often drives economic policies that favor the working class.
  • Many populist leaders gain support through emotional appeals to the masses.

Translations

Translations of the word "populism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น populismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคจเคคเคพ เค•เคพ เคถเคพเคธเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Populismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ populisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะฟัƒะปั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ populizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒ”ใƒฅใƒชใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท populisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ populismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท popรผlizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌํ“ฐ๋ฆฌ์ฆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุดุนุจูˆูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ populismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ populizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐ‘็ฒนไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ populizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ popรบlismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพะฟัƒะปะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒžแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ populizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ populismo

Etymology

The term 'populism' originated in the United States during the late 19th century, referring specifically to the Populist Party (or People's Party) that was formed in 1891. The party represented agrarian interests and appealed to the working class against the established political elite and monopolies. The term is derived from the Latin word 'populus', meaning 'people'. Over time, the meaning of populism expanded beyond its American roots and came to be associated with various political movements around the world that emphasize the role of ordinary citizens in politics. In the 20th century, populism became a global phenomenon, manifesting in diverse forms across different countries, from Latin America to Europe and beyond, often marked by leaders who claim to speak for the 'common people' against the elite. The evolution of populism reflects changing societal attitudes and economic pressures, particularly as globalization intensifies demands for political change by the disenfranchised.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,889, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.