Contrarevolutionary

/ˌkɒntrəˌrɛvəˈluːʃəneri/ adjective, noun

Definition

A person who opposes a revolution; relating to or supporting opposition to revolutionary movements or those who resist revolutionary change.

Etymology

From 'contra' (against) plus 'revolutionary' (from Latin 'revolutio,' a turning around or upheaval). A term heavily used by communist states to describe enemies of their revolutions.

Kelly Says

The label 'contrarevolutionary' was weaponized by Soviet and Chinese regimes to eliminate anyone questioning the revolution—history shows this word preceded executions, making it one of language's deadliest labels.

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