Syndicalism (noun)

A theory or system of labor union organization that advocates direct action, including the use of strikes, to achieve the demands of workers and the overthrow of capitalism.

Origin:

This word is derived from the french word "syndicalisme" which is a term coined by french trade unionist fernand pelloutier in 1895. .

Examples:

  1. Syndicalism is a political ideology that emphasizes the importance of worker's control over the means of production.
  2. The labor movement in the early 20th century was heavily influenced by syndicalism.
  3. Syndicalism is a form of socialism that emphasizes the role of workers' unions in social and economic change.
  4. The industrial workers of the world were the main advocates of syndicalism in the early 20th century.
  5. The advocates of syndicalism believed that strikes and direct action were the most effective means of achieving workers' rights.
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