Anarchism Definition
ănər-kĭzəm
noun
The theory or doctrine that all forms of government are oppressive and undesirable and should be abolished.
American Heritage
The theory that all forms of government interfere unjustly with individual liberty and should be replaced by the voluntary association of cooperative groups.
Webster's New World
Active resistance and terrorism against the state, as used by some anarchists.
American Heritage
Resistance, sometimes by terrorism, to organized government.
Webster's New World
Rejection of all forms of coercive control and authority.
American Heritage
Other Word Forms of Anarchism
Noun
Singular:
anarchism
Plural:
anarchismsOrigin of Anarchism
-
From anarchy + -ism.
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