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:
anarchisms

Origin of Anarchism

  • From anarchy +‎ -ism.

    From Wiktionary

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