neocon
neocon Lexical Profile
neocon Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A neoconservative; a political figure or commentator who advocates an assertive, interventionist foreign policy to promote democracy and national interests abroad (informal).
"The columnist was widely labeled a neocon because of his vocal support for military intervention."
• adjective
Relating to or characteristic of neoconservatism or neoconservatives (informal).
"The administration's foreign policy was heavily influenced by neocon think tanks."
Word Nuance & Usage
"Neocon" is an informal clipping of "neoconservative" and is frequently used with a critical or pejorative undertone in political discourse.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 20th century as a shortened form of "neoconservative," originally referring to former liberals in the United States who adopted conservative and interventionist views.