Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Fascist governments refer to authoritarian regimes that emphasize extreme nationalism, dictatorial power, suppression of political dissent, and the control of society and economy by a single ruling party or leader.
Related terms
Totalitarianism: A form of government where the ruling party has complete control over every aspect of public and private life.