republican
|re-pub-li-can|
/rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
supporter of a republic
Etymology
'republican' originates from the Latin word 'respublica', where 'res' meant 'thing' and 'publica' meant 'public'.
'respublica' transformed into the French word 'république', and eventually became the modern English word 'republican'.
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a republic', but over time it evolved to also mean 'a member of the Republican Party'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member or supporter of the Republican Party of the United States.
He is a staunch republican who always votes for the party.
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Adjective 1
relating to or supporting a republic.
The republican ideals of liberty and equality are central to the constitution.
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