alternativist (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɔːltərˈnætɪvɪst/
Definition
A person who advocates for alternative ideologies, often rejecting mainstream views and seeking to create new social, economic, or political systems.
Examples
The alternativist group organized a rally to promote their vision for a more equitable society.
As an alternativist, she believed that the current economic system was flawed and needed to be replaced.
How to Use alternativist
- alternativist movement (noun phrase)
- a social or political movement that seeks to challenge mainstream ideologies — "The alternativist movement gained momentum in the 1960s and 1970s."
- alternativist ideology (noun phrase)
- a set of beliefs or principles that reject mainstream ideologies — "The alternativist ideology emphasized the importance of individual freedom and autonomy."
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