What Is A Nazi?

Apparently, people in 2025 still don’t know the actual meaning of "Nazi." It’s become a buzzword that people throw around whenever they disagree with someone, which completely disrespects the historical weight of the term. Misusing it doesn’t just devalue its meaning, it makes it harder to identify and fight actual Nazis who still exist today.

When people look at my blog, they immediately assume I'm a Nazi, but I'm not. I'm just an autistic girl with a special interest in WWII, specifically Nazi Germany. Having a special interest in WWII, doesn’t make me, or anyone else, a Nazi.

I made this post explaining what a Nazi is and isn't, so people can get actually educated on this topic. You can't just throw around words like that. That's not how it works.

What is a Nazi?

A Nazi is a follower of Adolf Hitler’s ideology, also known as National Socialism. The Nazi Party (NSDAP) was responsible for mass genocide, war crimes, and extreme authoritarianism during WWII. Their beliefs revolved around racial superiority, antisemitism, and militaristic expansion.

Things that make you a Nazi:

- Spreading antisemitism, anti-Roma hate, and other forms of racism

- Supporting Hitler’s actions

- Believing in or promoting fascist ideology

- Denying or downplaying the Holocaust

- Advocating for white supremacy or racial purity

- Using Nazi symbolism in support of their ideology

Things that do NOT make you a Nazi:

- Having a special interest in WWII or Nazi Germany (studying history ≠ supporting it)

- Making fun of Hitler or the Nazis (they deserve to be ridiculed)

- Being interested in fictional depictions of WWII, even those involving Nazi characters

- Being critical of modern political extremism without glorifying historical Nazis

- Existing in a fandom like Reichblr, where actual fascists are not welcome

Why Misusing the Term is Dangerous:

- liking fictional characters that happen to be Nazis

When you call someone a "Nazi" just because you disagree with them, you’re not only spreading misinformation, you’re making it easier for real neo-Nazis to blend in and avoid scrutiny. Actual fascists use this to their advantage, hiding behind false accusations and dismissing all criticism as "hysteria." Meanwhile, people who study history, make jokes at Hitler’s expense, or engage with WWII-related media get unfairly labeled as extremists.. smh

Misusing the word also disrespects the memory of Holocaust victims and survivors! Nazi crimes were real. The Holocaust happened. Using "Nazi" as a casual insult diminishes the suffering of those who were tortured and murdered under their regime. If you want to fight fascism, start by using words correctly.

Nazis Still Exist Today

Neo-Nazis, fascists, and white supremacists have not disappeared, they’ve just adapted. They may not wear swastikas openly, but they spread the same hateful ideology through online spaces, dog whistles, and political movements. If you want to stop them, educate yourself on what fascism actually looks like instead of throwing the word around carelessly.

Use Words Correctly - Because It Matters.

Being historically accurate isn’t just about semantics, it’s about responsibility. If you truly care about fighting fascism, learn history, call out real extremists, and stop diluting the meaning of "Nazi" to the point where it loses its impact.

Stop misusing the word. Start fighting real fascists.