Irredentism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪɹɪˈdɛntɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Irredentism is a noun meaning A nationalistic doctrine advocating the annexation of foreign lands with historic or ethnic links.
Meaning
A nationalistic doctrine advocating the annexation of foreign lands with historic or ethnic links.
Example Sentences
Ukraine became a major concern to [Stalin’s] “fortress builders” on the eve of World War II. The defensive bulwark seemed to have developed into a large crack – the threat of Ukrainian irredentism.
Word Forms
- irredentisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include annexionism, revanchism, ultranationalism, reunificationism, revanchisme, nationalitarianism.
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