1. Political ideology or movement based on the principles and leadership of Fidel Castro, particularly his communist revolution in Cuba.
Usage: historical; political; often capitalized

Examples

• Fidelismo shaped Cuban politics for decades after the 1959 revolution.
• The spread of fidelismo influenced leftist movements throughout Latin America.
• Critics argued that fidelismo concentrated too much power in a single leader.
• Many intellectuals were initially attracted to the ideals of fidelismo.
• The decline of fidelismo became evident after Fidel Castro stepped down from power.