leftist
/'leftist/
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Definition
Adjective:
- Belonging to or supporting the political left: Describes a person, group, or ideology that advocates for social equality, progressive reform, and often greater government involvement in economic and social affairs.
- Characterized by left-wing views: Pertaining to the principles of the political left, which may include support for workers' rights, social welfare, and environmental protection.
Noun:
- A person who holds left-wing political views: An individual who supports or is a member of the political left.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- The party adopted a more leftist platform, focusing on wealth redistribution and universal healthcare.
- Her leftist views on education favor increased public funding and accessibility.
Noun:
- The rally was attended by socialists, environmentalists, and other leftists.
- As a lifelong leftist, he campaigned for labor union rights.
Advanced Usage
"leftist ideology": A system of ideas and ideals associated with the political left.
- The book analyzes the evolution of leftist ideology in the 20th century.
"leftist critique": An analysis or criticism from a left-wing perspective.
- The professor offered a leftist critique of the new economic policy.
Variants and Related Words
Leftism (n): The doctrines or policies of the political left.
- His commitment to leftism shaped his entire career.
Left-wing (adj): Similar in meaning to "leftist," often used interchangeably to describe political alignment.
- The left-wing coalition proposed a new tax plan.
Synonyms
- Adjective: Progressive, liberal, socialist, radical (context-dependent).
- Noun: Progressive, liberal, socialist, radical.
Related Phrases
"leftist movement": A collective effort or campaign driven by left-wing politics.
- The leftist movement gained momentum during the economic crisis.
"leftist government": A governing body led by or implementing left-wing policies.
- The newly elected leftist government promised sweeping social reforms.
Adjective
- believing in or supporting tenets of the political left
Noun
- a person who belongs to the political left