Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

comintern

Noun
/ˈkɑːmɪnˌtɜrn/
Definition
The Comintern, or Communist International, was an international organization of communist parties founded in 1919.
Examples
  • The Comintern played a significant role in the development of communist movements in various countries.
  • During its existence, the Comintern influenced several revolutions and political parties around the world.
  • Many national communist parties were affiliated with the Comintern at one point.
Meaning
Its purpose was to encourage worldwide communist revolutions and promote the spread of communism across nations.
Synonyms
  • Communist International
  • Third International
  • Red International