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Lenin

Verb / ˈlenʌn / / ˈlenɪn / Another word for lenin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lenin refers to Vladimir Lenin, a Russian revolutionary and the first head of the Soviet Union.

Synonyms & similar words

vladimirilichulyanov vladimirilichlenin nikolailenin lenin vladimirlenin vladimirilyichlenin vladimirilyichulyanov communist Marxist Bolshevik revolutionary radical activist rebel agitator subversive insurgent militant zealot fanatic ideologue extremist leftist socialist anarchist demagogue

Common collocations

  • Lenin's tomb
  • Lenin's legacy
  • Lenin's ideas
  • Lenin's statue
  • Lenin's cult
  • Lenin's era
  • Lenin's influence

Word family

noun Leninism
adjective Leninist

Usage note

Lenin refers to Vladimir Lenin, a Russian revolutionary and political theorist. It is a proper noun and typically refers to the person, his ideology (Leninism), or his followers (Leninists).

Example sentences

  1. Lenin was a great leader in the Russian Revolution.
  2. Many people look up to Lenin as a revolutionary leader.
  3. Lenin's ideas about communism influenced many people around the world.
  4. The statue of Lenin stands in the center of the city.
  5. Lenin's theories about socialism have been studied by many political scientists.

Quotes

  • The goal of socialism is communism. - Vladimir Lenin
  • The best way to destroy the capitalist system is to debauch the currency. - Vladimir Lenin
  • A lie told often enough becomes the truth. - Vladimir Lenin

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