centrist (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɛntrɪst/
Definition
A person who holds moderate political or religious views, avoiding extremes.
Examples
As a political centrist, she often voted for candidates from both major parties.
He was accused by both sides of being a weak centrist who wouldn't take a firm stance.
The party's strategy was to appeal to the centrist voters who often decide elections.
How to Use centrist
- centrist policies (collocation)
- Political ideas or plans that are moderate and avoid extremes. — "The government implemented centrist policies to stabilize the economy."
- centrist movement (collocation)
- A group of people or organizations working together to promote moderate political views. — "The centrist movement gained traction during the election campaign."
- centrist voter (collocation)
- An individual who typically votes for moderate candidates or parties. — "Campaigns often target the centrist voter to secure a majority."
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