partisan
|par-ti-san|
B2
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/ˈpɑːrtɪzən/
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/ˈpɑːtɪzæn/
strong supporter
Etymology
Etymology Information
'partisan' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'partisan,' where 'part' meant 'part' or 'faction.'
Historical Evolution
'partisan' changed from the Middle French word 'partisan' and eventually became the modern English word 'partisan.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a member of a faction,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person.
He was a partisan of the new political movement.
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Adjective 1
prejudiced in favor of a particular cause.
The newspaper gave a partisan view of the election.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41