McCarthyism in German

McCarthyism in German is Blockwartmentalität, McCarthyismus.

McCarthyism in German

Blockwartmentalität

noun

(pejorative) The mass pressure, harassment, and/or blacklisting used to pressure people to follow popular political beliefs, especially as opposed to communism.

McCarthyismus

proper noun

The intense opposition to, and fear and suspicion of, Communism, particularly in the United States during the 1950s.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "McCarthyism" in German?

"McCarthyism" in German is Blockwartmentalität, McCarthyismus.

Are there other ways to say "McCarthyism" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "McCarthyism": Blockwartmentalität, McCarthyismus.

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