nazi
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈnɑː.zi/
KK: /ˈnɑː.zi/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the political party in Germany that ruled from 1933 to 1945, known for its totalitarian regime and the promotion of fascist ideologies.
Example
The museum had an exhibit on Nazi propaganda during World War II.
Conversation
Did you read that article about the nazi propaganda films?
Yeah, it was shocking how they manipulated the public's perception.
I can’t believe people actually believed that nazi ideology.
It's a reminder of how important critical thinking is in society.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fascist
totalitarian
authoritarian
Antonyms
liberal
democratic
tolerant
noun
Definition
A person who was a member of a political party in Germany that ruled from 1933 to 1945 and was responsible for many atrocities, including the Holocaust.
Example
During World War II, many people opposed the actions of the Nazis.
Conversation
Did you know that the term nazi originally referred to members of a political party in Germany?
Yeah, I've heard that; they were responsible for some really terrible things in history.
It's crazy how a word can carry so much weight and meaning, right?
Root Explanation
The word 'Nazi' originates from the German term 'Nationalsozialist', which is a combination of 'national' (meaning national) and 'sozialist' (meaning socialist). It refers to a member of the National Socialist German Workers' Party, which was a far-right political party in Germany led by Adolf Hitler.
Memory Tip
Think of the term 'national' to remember that 'Nazi' refers to someone associated with a national socialist ideology.
Visually Confused Words
knyazi
kniazi