A member of the Russian Social-Democratic Workers' Party, which, led by Lenin, seized control in the October Revolution of 1917 and became the dominant political power in Russia.
The Bolsheviks played a crucial role in the Russian Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Soviet Union.
An advocate or supporter of Bolshevism or of radical left-wing revolutionary ideas.
He was labelled a Bolshevik by the conservative press for his radical proposals.
Bolshevikadjective
Relating to the Bolsheviks or their policies, especially those advocating radical revolutionary change.
The Bolshevik government nationalized major industries within months of taking power.
Bolsheviksnoun
Members of the Russian Social-Democratic Workers' Party, which was led by Lenin and seized control of the government in Russia in October 1917, becoming the dominant political power.
The Bolsheviks played a crucial role in the Russian Revolution of 1917.
A term used to describe a member of a radical, far-left, revolutionary Marxist faction.
The Bolsheviks were known for their radical approach to achieving political change.