Peronism

American  

[puh-roh-niz-uhm] / pəˈroʊ nɪz əm /

Spanish Peronismo

noun

(sometimes lowercase)

1. the principles or policies of Juan Perón.

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Etymology

Origin of Peronism

1945–50; < Spanish peronismo; Perón, -ism

Example Sentences

“Whenever Peronism has resurfaced in the past, it’s been because of a renewal of leadership,” Binetti says.

From Barron's

Over decades, Peronism built up strong loyalty and territorial control in the province by forging close ties to organized labor and grassroots organizations, handing out pensions for retired manual laborers and stipends for young mothers.

From The Wall Street Journal

The "rift" refers to the vast, decades-long gulf in Argentine politics and society between supporters and opponents of the populist political movement Peronism, founded by late President Juan Perón in the 1940s.

From BBC

"Maybe a few will vote for Peronism," she said from her home in the province of Santa Cruz.

From Reuters

"Today I don't identify with Peronism and I'm not sure if their policies reflect what my relatives fought for all those years ago."

From Reuters