Definition

A person who is responsible for enforcing party loyalty and political education, especially in a communist context.

Example

The commissar ensured that all soldiers adhered to the party's principles during the training.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new commissar assigned to our unit?

Yeah, I heard they're really strict about party loyalty.

I hope they don't make things too complicated for us.

I guess we just have to follow the rules and stay out of trouble.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Commissar** → The word originates from the Russian *комиссар* (komissar), which is derived from the Latin *commissarius* (meaning one entrusted with a task). The Latin root is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "mittere" (meaning to send). A commissar is someone who is sent to oversee or manage a specific task or duty, often in a political or military context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'sent together' ('com-') to manage a task ('mittere') — that's why a commissar is a person entrusted with overseeing responsibilities.

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