1. Plural of deviationalism; political or ideological movements or practices that depart from an established doctrine or party line, especially in communist contexts.
Usage: Primarily historical and political; often used in Cold War discourse; Formal/academic register

Examples

• The Soviet leadership condemned various deviationisms within Eastern European communist parties.
• Historians studied the deviationisms that emerged during the Sino-Soviet split.
• Party officials were accused of promoting deviationisms that threatened ideological unity.
• The regime cracked down on what it labeled as nationalist deviationisms.
• Scholars debate whether these deviationisms represented genuine reform efforts or factional disputes.