Fascisticize

/fæʃˈɪstɪsaɪz/ verb

Definition

To make something or someone fascistic; to transform into or adopt fascistic characteristics or methods.

Etymology

From 'fascistic' plus the verb suffix '-ize' (to make or cause to become), a modern formation for discussing political change.

Kelly Says

While 'fascisticize' is rare, it appears in political theory discussions about how institutions can gradually fascisticize through propaganda, violence, and the elimination of checks and balances.

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