Pronunciation: /ˈtæŋki/

Definitions of tankie

noun a person who is an unapologetic supporter of the policies of the Soviet Union and its satellite states

Example Sentences

A1 My friend is a tankie who collects model tanks.

A2 The tankie drove his tank through the muddy battlefield.

B1 The tankie was excited to participate in the military parade.

B2 As a tankie, he knew everything about armored vehicles.

C1 The tankie's knowledge of tanks was unparalleled among his peers.

C2 The tankie's passion for military history extended beyond just tanks.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a tankie

Example Sentences

A1 She is a tankie person who always wears camouflage clothing.

A2 The tankie vehicle rumbled through the muddy terrain.

B1 The tankie attitude of the soldier showed in his strict adherence to military discipline.

B2 The tankie tank rolled into the battlefield, ready for action.

C1 The tankie strategy employed by the general proved to be successful in defeating the enemy forces.

C2 The tankie commander led his troops with precision and determination, earning the respect of his soldiers.

Examples of tankie in a Sentence

formal The political analyst criticized the tankie for their unwavering support of authoritarian regimes.

informal I can't believe that tankie still thinks Stalin did nothing wrong.

slang That tankie is so delusional, they think North Korea is a paradise.

figurative The tankie's blind loyalty to oppressive governments is like wearing rose-colored glasses in a dark room.

Grammatical Forms of tankie

past tense

tankied

plural

tankies

comparative

tankier

superlative

tankiest

present tense

tankie

future tense

will tankie

perfect tense

have tankied

continuous tense

is tankie

singular

tankie

positive degree

tankie

infinitive

to tankie

gerund

tankying

participle

tankied

Origin and Evolution of tankie

First Known Use: 1950 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'tankie' originated as a derogatory slang used to describe a supporter of the Soviet Union's military interventions, particularly the use of tanks, during the Cold War.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'tankie' has evolved to also refer to individuals who support authoritarian regimes or strongman leaders, regardless of their use of tanks or military interventions.