Synonyms for

Marxist

Verb / ˈmɑ:rksʌst / / ˈmɑ:rksɪst / Another word for marxist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who believes in the political and economic theories of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.

Synonyms & similar words

bolshie bolshy red marxist bolshevik communist socialist leftist radical progressive revolutionary Bolshevik Leninist Trotskyist Maoist Stalinist Collectivist Red Workers Proletarian Syndicalist Anarchist Anti-capitalist Anti-fascist Anti-imperialist

Synonyms by register

Formal

socialist communist leftist marxian

Informal

red commie lefty

Antonyms

capitalist conservative liberal centrist libertarian individualist

Common collocations

  • marxist theory
  • marxist analysis
  • marxist economics
  • marxist philosophy
  • marxist historian
  • marxist perspective
  • marxist critique

Word family

noun Marxism
adjective Marxian

Usage note

Often used in academic or political contexts. Can be a politically charged term, so context is important.

Example sentences

  1. The Marxist ideals are not always accepted by everyone.
  2. The Marxist movement was founded in the 19th century.
  3. He describes himself as a Marxist and wants to change the political system.
  4. Many countries had Marxist leaders in the past.
  5. The Marxist approach to economics is based on the idea of a classless society.

Quotes

  • The proletarians have nothing to lose but their chains. They have a world to win. Workers of the world, unite! - Karl Marx
  • The theory of communism may be summed up in one sentence: Abolish all private property. - Karl Marx
  • Religion is the opium of the masses. - Karl Marx

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