Fascismo
Definition
Fascismo refers to fascism, an authoritarian political ideology characterized by dictatorial power, extreme nationalism, suppression of political opposition, and control over all aspects of society. It emerged in the early 20th century and was associated with leaders such as Benito Mussolini in Italy.
Analogy
Think of fascism as a strict and controlling parent who wants to have complete authority over their child's life. Just like how a parent may dictate what their child can do, say, or think, fascism seeks to control every aspect of society.
Related terms
Dittatura: A form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler or small group without any democratic processes.
Nazismo: An extreme form of fascism associated with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party in Germany during World War II.
Totalitarismo: A political system where the state has total control over all aspects of public and private life, including politics, economy, culture, and personal beliefs.
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