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Definition of centrist

centrist

/ˈsɛn.trɪst/
cen · trist
Plural:centrists
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• adjective

1

Having or representing moderate political views or policies that fall between the left and right wings.

Example

"The coalition government adopted a centrist platform to appeal to a broad spectrum of voters."

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• noun

1

A person who holds moderate political views, avoiding the extremes of both left-wing and right-wing ideologies.

Example

"As a self-described centrist, the senator often worked across the aisle to draft bipartisan legislation."

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• Nearby Words

centric
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centrism
centrist
centurion
century
ceo

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century from French 'centriste', referring to members of political factions seated in the middle section of parliamentary assemblies.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Centrist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/centrist
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