Zionism

[ˈzoʊ.ən.ɪ.zəm]
nounmasculine
Sionismo
1. A political and social movement that supports the establishment and development of a Jewish nation-state in the historical region of Zion (primarily referring to Palestine/Israel)
Zionism emerged as a significant political movement in the late 19th century.
O sionismo emergiu como um movimento político significativo no final do século XIX.
2. The ideology advocating for Jewish national self-determination and sovereignty
Different interpretations of Zionism exist, ranging from cultural to political perspectives.
Diferentes interpretações do sionismo existem, variando de perspectivas culturais a políticas.
3. Support for the right of Jewish people to establish and maintain their own independent state
Many countries officially recognize Zionism as a legitimate national movement.
Muitos países reconhecem oficialmente o sionismo como um movimento nacional legítimo.
Zionism is a complex and sensitive topic in both Brazilian and American contexts, with significant Jewish communities in major cities. In Brazil, discussions of Zionism often intersect with Middle Eastern politics and Latin American leftist discourse. In the USA, Zionism has been a central concept in Jewish-American identity and political advocacy, though contemporary usage can be contentious and politically charged, particularly in debates regarding Israeli-Palestinian relations. The term requires careful contextual understanding due to its political implications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
Jewish nationalismJewish national movementJewish sovereignty
Antonyms / Antônimos
Anti-ZionismPalestinian nationalism (in political conflict contexts)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
Sionismo
Standard term used in academic, political, and media contexts
Portugal
Sionismo
Same standard term; usage consistent with Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
Sionismo
Common in academic and political discourse due to significant Jewish community
Rio de Janeiro
Sionismo
Used in similar contexts as other major Brazilian cities

Related Words

IsraelJewish diasporaTheodor HerzlPalestineJewish stateBalfour Declaration

Related Idioms & Phrases

Zionist movement
Political Zionism
Cultural Zionism
Labor Zionism
Revisionist Zionism
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