Vladimir Putin

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Definition

Proper noun A Russian statesman and political figure who has served as President of the Russian Federation since 2012, previously holding the office from 2000 to 2008. He also served as Prime Minister from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012. His political career is closely associated with the Federal Security Service (FSB), the main successor agency to the KGB, which he formerly directed.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Vladimir Putin has been a dominant figure in Russian politics for over two decades.
    • The foreign policy of Vladimir Putin has significantly influenced international relations.
    • Analysts often study the leadership style of Vladimir Putin.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Putin era": Refers to the period of Russian history since Vladimir Putin first came to national power, characterized by his political influence and specific policies.
    • Economic centralization was a hallmark of the early Putin era.
  • "Putinism": A term used by political analysts to describe the political ideology, system, or policies associated with Vladimir Putin's leadership, often emphasizing centralized power, statism, and conservative values.
    • Scholars debate whether Putinism represents a coherent ideology.
Variants and Related Words
  • Putin (n): The common shortened form of the full name, used informally and in headlines.
    • Putin addressed the nation in a televised speech.
  • Kremlin (n): While not a variant, this term is often used metonymically to refer to the central Russian government under Putin's authority.
    • The Kremlin denied the allegations.
Synonyms
  • Russian President: His official title.
  • The Russian leader: A common descriptive term in news media.
Related Phrases
  • "Putin's Russia": A phrase used to describe the condition, domestic politics, or international stance of Russia during his leadership.
    • The book provides an analysis of political dissent in Putin's Russia.
Noun
  1. Russian statesman chosen as president of the Russian Federation in 2000; formerly director of the Federal Security Bureau (born in 1952)

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