1. A political ideology or movement characterized by progressive or socialist views, typically advocating for social equality, workers' rights, and redistributive economic policies.
The rise of leftism in the 1960s influenced many social movements.
O aumento do leftismo nos anos 1960 influenciou muitos movimentos sociais.
2. The tendency or inclination towards left-wing political positions and policies.
His political speeches reflect a clear leftism.
Seus discursos políticos refletem um claro leftismo.