interventionist

A diplomat argues for an interventionist foreign policy.

Definition

1. Noun:

   • A person who advocates or practices intervention: An "interventionist" is someone who supports the policy of intervening, especially by a state or government, in the affairs of another country or in a particular situation (such as economic or social matters).

2. Adjective:

   • Relating to or characteristic of interventionism: Describing policies, actions, or attitudes that favor intervention, particularly in foreign affairs or domestic economic and social systems.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

  • She is a well-known interventionist who argues for military action in conflict zones. (She advocates for foreign intervention.)
  • The debate between isolationists and interventionists shaped the country's foreign policy. (Those who support intervention versus those who oppose it.)

• Adjective:

  • The government adopted an interventionist approach to stabilize the economy. (A policy that involves active government intervention.)
  • His interventionist rhetoric alarmed those who favor non-interference. (Language promoting intervention.)

Advanced Usage

• "Interventionist policy": a strategy that involves direct involvement by a government or organization.

  • The central bank's interventionist policy kept the currency from collapsing. (Active measures to control the economy.)

• "Interventionist stance": a position that supports taking action in external affairs.

  • The country's interventionist stance in regional conflicts has drawn criticism. (A posture favoring involvement.)

Variants and Related Words

• Interventionism (n): the policy or practice of intervening, especially by a government in foreign affairs.

  • Interventionism has been a contentious issue in international relations. (The ideology of intervening.)

• Interventionist (adj/n): as defined above.

Synonyms

• Activist: a person who campaigns for change or action (often used in political contexts).
• Pro-intervention: favoring involvement or action (used as an adjective).
• Meddler (pejorative): someone who interferes unnecessarily (negative connotation).

Antonyms

• Isolationist: a person who advocates for non-involvement in foreign affairs.
• Non-interventionist: someone who opposes intervention.

Related Idioms

• "To take a hands-on approach": to be actively involved, similar to interventionist behavior.

  • The manager took a hands-on approach, intervening in every project. (Interventionist style in management.)

• "To stir the pot": to cause trouble or provoke action, sometimes used metaphorically for intervention.

  • The diplomat's comments stirred the pot, leading to calls for intervention. (Provoked debate about involvement.)