Stalinism (noun)

The political and economic system developed by Joseph Stalin, characterized by totalitarianism, state control of the economy and society, and repression of political dissent.

Origin:

derived from the name of joseph stalin, a soviet politician who led the soviet union from the mid-1920s until his death in 1953.

Examples:

1. Stalinism was the dominant ideology in the Soviet Union during Stalin's leadership.
2. The Stalinist regime implemented policies that led to widespread repression and human rights abuses.
3. Critics of Stalinism argued that it was a form of authoritarian socialism.
4. The Stalinist era was marked by extensive purges and political repression.
5. The Stalinism government promoted a cult of personality around Stalin to justify its repression and maintain control over the population.