noun
- political beliefs or policies that support liberal or socialist ideas, especially those favoring social equality and government intervention in the economy
Usage: political
Examples
- The professor’s leftism was evident in his lectures on economic inequality.
- Critics accused the newspaper of promoting leftism in its editorial stance.
- Her political views shifted toward leftism during her college years.
- The party’s platform reflected a blend of moderate and leftist positions.
- Many young voters were drawn to candidates who embraced leftism.
- The debate centered on whether leftism or conservatism offered better solutions.