egalitarian
|e-gal-i-tar-i-an|
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/ɪˌɡælɪˈtɛriən/
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/ɪˌɡælɪˈteəriən/
equal rights
Etymology
'egalitarian' originates from the French word 'égalitaire', which is derived from 'égal', meaning 'equal'.
'égalitaire' transformed into the English word 'egalitarian' in the 19th century.
Initially, it meant 'equal', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'believing in equal rights and opportunities'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who advocates or supports egalitarian principles.
She is a well-known egalitarian in the community.
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Adjective 1
believing in or based on the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.
The organization promotes egalitarian policies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41