trotskyite
/ˈtrɑtskiˌaɪt/
noun
- A follower or supporter of the political ideas of Leon Trotsky, especially his theory of permanent revolution.
- The debate between the Stalinists and the Trotskyites divided the party.
- Many Trotskyites were persecuted during the Soviet era.
- He was labeled a Trotskyite for his opposition to the government's policies.
adjective
- Relating to the political ideas or followers of Leon Trotsky.
- Her Trotskyite views influenced her writings on revolution.
- The group published a Trotskyite newspaper.
- They attended a Trotskyite meeting to discuss economic theory.