Marxism-Leninism

noun

1. the modification of Marxism by Lenin stressing that imperialism is the highest form of capitalism

Marxism-Leninism

1. The doctrines of Marxism as applied by Lenin , a founder of the Soviet Union , to the building of Marxist nations. With Karl Marx (see also Marx ), Lenin called for a classless society in which all means of production would be commonly owned ( communism ). Unlike some Marxists, however, Lenin stressed bold, revolutionary action and insisted that a strong Communist party would be needed in a Marxist nation to direct the efforts of the workers. Lenin also argued that capitalist nations resort to aggressive imperialist moves as they decline and that Marxist nations must therefore be prepared for war. Eventually, according to Marxism-Leninism, the rigid governmental structures that have characterized the former Soviet Union and other Marxist nations will not be necessary; the “withering away of the state” will occur. A major problem for Marxism-Leninism has been the difficulty of abandoning these governmental structures. ( Compare capitalism and imperialism .)

Derived Forms

• ˈMarxist-ˈLeninist, nounadjective

Example Sentences

"We must eliminate Marxism-Leninism, the pariah and totalitarian regime of the Chinese Communist Party," Guo declared.

From BBC

Socialist core values are those outlined in the Chinese constitution that describes the country’s brand of communist ideology as Marxism-Leninism with Chinese characteristics.

From Washington Times

It adds that China conducts foreign relations "under the guidance of" the political ideologies of Xi Jinping, Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping and Marxism-Leninism, among others.

From BBC

The comments reflect a major shift in policy under Mr. Xi, who has sought to revive communism under his brand of ideology known as Marxism-Leninism with Chinese characteristics for a new era.

From Washington Times

The report concludes that “it is important to consider that the CCP operates according to its core ideology of Marxism-Leninism.”

From Washington Times