Definition

The practice of getting involved in the affairs of another country or in domestic economic activities, often through government actions.

Example

The country's interventionism led to significant changes in its foreign policy.

Conversation

Have you heard about the debates on interventionism in foreign policy lately?

Yeah, it's such a hot topic right now!

I think some level of interventionism can be necessary, but it has to be done carefully.

Absolutely! It's a tricky balance between helping and overstepping.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interventionism → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "venire" (meaning to come). The term describes the practice of coming in between or intervening in a situation, particularly in political or economic contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'coming in between' ('inter-') to help or change something — that's what interventionism means.

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