stalin

IPA: stˈɑɫʌn

Root Word: Stalin

A surname from Russian; usually referring to the Russian [empire, republic] revolutionary and Soviet Secretary of the Central Committee of the CPSU(b) Joseph Stalin.

Examples of "stalin" in Sentences

Stalin was a ruthless dictator who ruled the Soviet Union with an iron fist
Many historians believe that Stalin's regime was responsible for the deaths of millions of people
Under Stalin's rule, political dissent was met with violent repression and persecution
Stalin's policies led to widespread famine and economic hardship for the Soviet people
Despite his brutal tactics, some Russians still view Stalin as a strong leader who brought stability to the country