noun

populism

populism

The rise of populism is a global trend.

The rise of populism is a global trend.

His campaign was based on populism.

His campaign was based on populism.

((populism)) a political approach The rise of populism is a concern for many.

Synonyms: demagoguery; Antonyms: elitism

From Latin 'populus' (people) + '-ism' (a belief system).

Think of 'popular' + '-ism'. It's a political approach that appeals to 'popular' or ordinary people.

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