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liberalist

/ˈlɪb.əɹ.əl.ɪst/
lib · er · al · ist

Plural:liberalists
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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or advocating the principles of political, economic, or social liberalism.

Example

"The constitution was drafted along liberalist lines, emphasizing individual rights and limited state intervention."

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• noun

1

An advocate or supporter of liberalism, especially in politics, economics, or religion.

Example

"As a nineteenth-century liberalist, he championed free trade, constitutional government, and religious tolerance."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In modern usage, the shorter form 'liberal' is overwhelmingly preferred as both a noun and an adjective; 'liberalist' is less common and is primarily used in academic or political discourse to refer specifically to an adherent of philosophical or classical liberalism.

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