noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The political chistka was a form of mass political purge.

Definition:a removal of people or things considered undesirable, harmful, or offensive

From purge

Example:The chistka was an attempt at the political elimination of dissent.

Definition:the action or process of getting rid of or disposing of something unwanted or unnecessary

From elimination

Example:During the chistka, many were subjected to persecution and political oppression.

Definition:the intentional and persistent infliction of suffering, abuse, or hardship upon a person or group, especially on religious or political grounds

From persecution