Soviet

/ˈsoʊviət/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A council or assembly in the former Soviet Union, particularly one of workers, peasants, or soldiers.

The Soviet was formed to address the demands of workers during the revolution.

A term used to refer to the political system and social structure of the Soviet Union.

The Soviet implemented policies that aimed to eliminate social classes.

A citizen or national of the former Soviet Union.

The Soviet was proud of the achievements of their country in space exploration.

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Soviet Union or its system of government.

The Soviet regime was known for its centralized control over the economy.

Pertaining to the council system used in the governance of the Soviet Union.

Soviet policies affected millions of lives across Eastern Europe.

From Russian 'совет' (sovet) meaning council or advice.

Soviet bloc

Refers to the Eastern and Central European countries under Soviet influence.

Soviet-era

Relating to the period during which the Soviet Union existed.

Soviet-style

Describing something that is characteristic of the Soviet Union, often in governance or architecture.

communism

A political ideology advocating for a classless system where means of production are owned communally.

bolshevik

A member of the majority faction of the Russian Social Democratic Party, which seized power in the 1917 revolution.

ussr

The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, a former federal socialist state in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia.

Soviet-style bureaucracy

Dealing with the paperwork felt like navigating Soviet-style bureaucracy.

Soviet propaganda

His views seemed influenced by Soviet propaganda, emphasizing state control.