neocon
Definition
- Noun:
- A neoconservative; a person who holds or advocates neoconservative political views: A "neocon" is a supporter of neoconservatism, a political movement that emerged in the United States, combining a traditional conservative emphasis on a strong military and moral clarity with a more interventionist approach to promoting democracy and American interests abroad.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- He is often described as a neocon due to his strong advocacy for military intervention.
- The senator's foreign policy advisors are mostly neocons.
- The article criticized the influence of neocons in the administration.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in political discourse and journalism, sometimes with a critical or pejorative connotation to describe advocates of assertive foreign policy.
- The think tank is considered a hub for neocon ideology.
Variants and Related Words
- Neoconservative (noun/adjective): The full form of "neocon"; a person or ideology characterized by neoconservatism.
- She writes from a neoconservative perspective.
- Neoconservatism (noun): The political ideology or movement itself.
- The book traces the history of neoconservatism.
Synonyms
- Hardliner (in foreign policy contexts): A person who advocates a tough, uncompromising policy.
- Interventionist: A person who favors intervention, especially by one country in the affairs of another.
Notes on Meaning
- "Neocon" is a clipped form (shortening) of "neoconservative." Its core meaning is tied specifically to the doctrines of neoconservatism, particularly in foreign policy. It is distinct from traditional conservatism or libertarianism.
Noun
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a conservative who subscribes to neoconservatism
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