antifascism
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antifascism
A political ideology and movement that actively opposes fascism and other far-right, authoritarian, and undemocratic efforts.
Der Antifaschismus vereint Menschen aus unterschiedlichen politischen Lagern im Kampf für Demokratie und Menschenrechte.
Antifascism unites people from different political camps in the fight for democracy and human rights.
The word is structured very logically. It consists of the Greek prefix 'Anti-', which means 'against', and the word 'Faschismus' (fascism). So the meaning can be derived directly from its parts.
Die Vorsilbe „Anti-“ findet man in vielen Wörtern, die eine Gegnerschaft ausdrücken.
The prefix 'Anti-' can be found in many words that express opposition.
The word family includes the adjective 'antifaschistisch' (antifascist/antifascist-minded) and the person 'der Antifaschist' or 'die Antifaschistin' (the antifascist). If you know the noun, you can also easily understand and use the other forms.
Er ist für seine antifaschistische Haltung bekannt.
He is known for his antifascist stance.
'Antifaschismus' (antifascism) is a term from the political, historical, and sociological sphere. It is used mainly in discussions about politics, history, and society.
In der Gedenkstätte gab es eine Ausstellung über den Antifaschismus im Dritten Reich.
At the memorial site, there was an exhibition about antifascism in the Third Reich.
fascism
'der Faschismus' and 'der Antifaschismus' are clear opposites. 'der Faschismus' means an authoritarian, nationalist, and undemocratic ideology or form of rule. 'der Antifaschismus' actively opposes it and fights against fascist, far-right, and authoritarian movements. The words are confusable mainly because of their similar form. The 'Anti-' is crucial here: it means 'against'. So 'Antifaschismus' does not describe a kind of fascism, but resistance to it.
Der Antifaschismus spielt in der Diskussion über Demokratie eine wichtige Rolle.
Antifascism plays an important role in the discussion about democracy.
Viele Menschen litten unter dem Faschismus und seiner Gewalt.
Many people suffered under fascism and its violence.