Marxist
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Marxist
Relating to or based on the theories of the philosopher and economist Karl Marx. These theories include a critique of capitalism and an analysis of society and history from the perspective of class struggles.
Der Professor interpretierte den Roman aus einer rein marxistischen Perspektive.
The professor interpreted the novel from a purely Marxist perspective.
The adjective is derived from the name of the philosopher Karl Marx. The ending '-istisch' (-istic) is often used to form adjectives that refer to a doctrine, ideology, or person.
Er vertritt eine marxistische Gesellschaftstheorie.
He advocates a Marxist theory of society.
'Marxistisch' (Marxist) usually describes abstract nouns from the fields of politics, philosophy, or sociology. Typical combinations are 'marxistische Analyse' (Marxist analysis), 'marxistische Kritik' (Marxist critique), or 'marxistischer Ansatz' (Marxist approach).
In ihrem Buch wendet sie eine marxistische Analyse auf die moderne Arbeitswelt an.
In her book, she applies a Marxist analysis to the modern world of work.
As an adjective, 'marxistisch' (Marxist) can stand directly before a noun or be used with verbs like 'sein' (to be) or 'wirken' (to seem/appear) to attribute a quality.
Das ist eine marxistische Interpretation der Geschichte.
That is a Marxist interpretation of history.
socialist
Both words can describe an anti-capitalist political theory with collectivist goals. Sozialistisch generally refers to socialism and can encompass various theoretical traditions. Marxistisch is the more specific term when the theory explicitly goes back to Karl Marx and his analysis of class struggles.
Die marxistische Theorie erklärt die Geschichte besonders durch den Kampf gesellschaftlicher Klassen.
Marxist theory explains history primarily through the struggle between social classes.
Die sozialistische Theorie fordert den gemeinschaftlichen Besitz der Produktionsmittel.
Socialist theory calls for collective ownership of the means of production.
