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PERESTROIKA

(noun, prop.noun)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Perestroika.

Perestroika - as a noun

An economic policy adopted in the former soviet union; intended to increase automation and labor efficiency but it led eventually to the end of central planning in the russian economy

Perestroika - as a proper noun

A program of political and economic reform carried out in the soviet union in the 1980s and early 1990s under the leadership of mikhail gorbachev.

The period of time in the soviet union during which these reforms were carried out and in effect.

Example Sentences

"Many hoped that perestroika would lead to increased openness and transparency in the government."
"The effects of perestroika on the Soviet economy were both positive and negative."
"Gorbachev's implementation of perestroika faced resistance from conservative elements of the Communist Party."
"During perestroika, state control over certain industries was loosened."
"The success of perestroika was hindered by deep-rooted corruption within the Soviet bureaucracy."
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Is PERESTROIKA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, perestroika is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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PERESTROIKA has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PERESTROIKA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perestroika is valid for Words With Friends
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PERESTROIKA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PERESTROIKA a valid WordFeud word?
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PERESTROIKA has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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