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Definition of rightist

rightist

/ˈraɪtɪst/
right · ist
Plural:rightists
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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or supporting the political right or conservative and reactionary ideologies.

Example

"The coalition consists of several rightist parties that advocate deregulation and traditional social policies."

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• noun

1

A person who supports or belongs to the political right; an advocate of conservative, traditionalist, or reactionary views.

Example

"The debate featured a prominent rightist arguing in favor of reduced government intervention in the economy."

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• Rhymes for rightist

• Nearby Words

rightfulness
righthander
rightism
rightist
rightly
rightmost
rightness

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from the political sense of 'right', which originated during the French Revolution of 1789 when conservative and monarchist deputies sat to the right of the presiding officer in the National Assembly.

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