syndicalism
a form or development of trade unionism, originating in France, that aims at the possession of the means of production and distribution, and ultimately at the control of society, by federated bodies of industrial workers, and that seeks to realize its purposes through general strikes, terrorism, sabotage, etc.
an economic system in which workers own and manage industry.
Origin of syndicalism
1Other words from syndicalism
- syn·di·cal·ist, adjective, noun
- syn·di·cal·is·tic, adjective
- an·ti·syn·di·cal·ism, noun
- an·ti·syn·di·cal·ist, noun, adjective
- pro·syn·di·cal·ism, noun
- pro·syn·di·cal·ist, noun, adjective
Words Nearby syndicalism
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How to use syndicalism in a sentence
syndicalism and bolshevism involve speedy and drastic action—hence the force of their appeal.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology | Robert E. ParkThis idea is known as syndicalism, derived from the French word "syndicat," meaning a labor union.
The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society | Upton SinclairLet us next examine the stages between capitalism and syndicalism.
The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society | Upton SinclairThis revolution was an interesting combination of the ideas of Socialism and syndicalism.
The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society | Upton SinclairCertain friends greatly fear that some things said in this booklet may fall foul of the criminal-syndicalism laws.
Communism and Christianism | William Montgomery Brown
British Dictionary definitions for syndicalism
/ (ˈsɪndɪkəˌlɪzəm) /
a revolutionary movement and theory advocating the seizure of the means of production and distribution by syndicates of workers through direct action, esp a general strike
an economic system resulting from such action
Derived forms of syndicalism
- syndical, adjective
- syndicalist, adjective, noun
- syndicalistic, adjective
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