What Karl Marx famously likened religion to Washington Post Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: SEP 22, 2025 Follow on Google

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What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "What Karl Marx famously likened religion to"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "What Karl Marx famously likened religion to" is OPIUM.

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Why is "OPIUM" the answer to the clue "What Karl Marx famously likened religion to"?

Karl Marx famously referred to religion as the 'opium of the people,' suggesting that it served as a way to placate and soothe the masses, much like the narcotic effect of opium.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "What Karl Marx famously likened religion to" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the Washington Post Mini Crossword on September 22, 2025.

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What does the word "OPIUM" mean in this context?

Opium is a highly addictive narcotic drug obtained from the opium poppy.

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What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Poppy product, Drug referenced by the magic poppy field in "The Wizard of Oz", Morphine source

If you’ve landed here for the “What Karl Marx famously likened religion to” clue from the September 22 2025, Washington Post mini crossword, you are in the exact right place. Our team of experts has solved today’s entire puzzle and found the precise answer for this clue.

The 5-letter answer to this puzzle is OPIUM. Opium is a highly addictive narcotic drug obtained from the opium poppy.

Karl Marx famously referred to religion as the 'opium of the people,' suggesting that it served as a way to placate and soothe the masses, much like the narcotic effect of opium.

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