Putsch: meaning, definitions and examples

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putsch

 

[ pสŠtสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political coup

A putsch is a sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government. The term is often used to describe a coup d'รฉtat, especially those that are executed rapidly and with minimal popular support. Putsches can depend heavily on the military or organized factions to instigate a change in leadership. They are generally characterized by turmoil, a breakdown of legal authority, and the potential for civil unrest. Successful putsch attempts may lead to significant political shifts, while failed putsches can result in severe repercussions for the instigators.

Synonyms

coup, insurrection, overthrow, rebellion, revolt

Examples of usage

  • The attempted putsch resulted in widespread protests.
  • Leaders faced backlash after the failed putsch.
  • A military putsch toppled the elected government.
  • Putsch tactics often involve misinformation.
  • Several countries have experienced putsch crises.

Translations

Translations of the word "putsch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น golpe de estado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคพเคœเคฆเฅเคฐเฅ‹เคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Putsch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kudeta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตั€ะถะฐะฒะฝะธะน ะฟะตั€ะตะฒะพั€ะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamach stanu

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒผใƒ‡ใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท coup d'ร‰tat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ golpe de estado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท darbe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฟ ๋ฐํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ู‚ู„ุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ puฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ puฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”ฟๅ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ drลพavni udar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ valdarรกniรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะธะปั–ะบะบะต า›ะฐั€ัั‹ ะบำฉั‚ะตั€ั–ะปั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ›แƒฌแƒ˜แƒคแƒ แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถvlษ™t รงevriliลŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ golpe de estado

Etymology

The word 'putsch' comes from the Swiss German term 'putsch', which means 'to pull' or 'to strike'. It emerged in the late 19th century and was adopted into broader German vocabulary, primarily associating itself with political upheaval or sudden attempts to seize power. Its usage broadened to refer to any forcible or violent action aimed at overthrowing a government, gaining popularity in the early 20th century through notable historical events. The term is particularly linked with several coups that took place in German-speaking regions and has since been utilized in international contexts, especially in discussions about unstable political climates and the tactics employed by those seeking power. The word's association with revolutionary acts has kept it relevant in discussions surrounding governance and authority.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,611 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.