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