Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

marxismo

noun

/mɑːrˈksɪzəm/

Definition

Marxism is a socio-economic and political theory founded by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, which focuses on the struggle between different classes in society, especially the working class and the ruling class.

Examples

Marxismo propõe que a história é marcada pela luta de classes.
Ativistas estudam o marxismo para entender as dinâmicas sociais atuais.

Meaning

The theory emphasizes the importance of class struggle in the context of capitalism and advocates for the working class to rise against the bourgeoisie to create a classless society.