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Anarchism

Definition:

Anarchism refers to a political philosophy or belief system that advocates for the abolition of hierarchical authority, such as the state, and promotes a society based on voluntary cooperation and self-governance.

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Sense 1:

Noun - Political Philosophy

Example Sentence: Anarchism proposes a society in which individuals freely associate and cooperate without the need for a central governing authority.

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Sense 2:

Noun - Social Movement

Example Sentence: The anarchist organization aims to spread the principles of anarchism and advocate for a world without oppressive structures.

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Sense 3:

Noun - Chaos or Disorder

Example Sentence: Some people mistakenly associate anarchism with chaos and a lack of order, while it actually promotes decentralized decision-making and organization.

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Sense 4:

Adjective - Describing a Person or Group

Example Sentence: The anarchist group organized a peaceful protest to express their disagreement with the government's policies.

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