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neocon Antonyms

Opposite of neocon

Because the opposite of neocon shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A neoconservative; a political figure or commentator who advocates an assertive, interventionist foreign policy to promote democracy and national interests abroad (informal).

Usage Example

"The columnist was widely labeled a paleoconservative because of his vocal support for military intervention."

Strong
paleoconservative
isolationist
dove

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to or characteristic of neoconservatism or neoconservatives (informal).

Usage Example

"The administration's foreign policy was heavily influenced by paleoconservative think tanks."

Strong
paleoconservative
isolationist

Similar words to neocon

Words similar to neocon shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

neoconservative
hawkish
hawk
warhawk
interventionist
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• Nearby Words

neoadjuvant
neoclassical
neoclassicism
neocon
neofascism
neofascist
neolithic

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