marxism
UK/'mɑ:ksizm/US
B2
Definitions
n.
The political and economic theories of Karl Marx, emphasizing class struggle and the eventual replacement of capitalism by communism.
马克思主义
Root Breakdown
Eponymmarxroot
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ismdoctrine, belief, practice
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Example Sentences
- 1.
Marxism emerged in the nineteenth century as a political theory.
- 2.
The professor taught the basic principles of Marxism in his lectures.
- 3.
Many intellectuals debated the merits and flaws of Marxism.