Crapitalism

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Corrupt or inauthentic capitalism. derogatory, uncountable

    "Handouts to Solyndra and special deals for Goldman Sachs and GM are not capitalism. That’s “crapitalism.”"

  2. 2
    Capitalism viewed as an inherently flawed or unjust system. derogatory, uncountable

    "All you have to do is look around and see that the solution is here; there are better ways to handle the resources of the globe, there are better ways to do things than "crapitalism.""

Synonyms

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crapitalist

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"Handouts to Solyndra and special deals for Goldman Sachs and GM are not capitalism. That’s “crapitalism.”"

Etymology

Blend of crap + capitalism.

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