absolutist
1 synonym for absolutist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who supports absolute or autocratic government.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
absolutistic
How to use absolutist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an absolutist monarchy
an absolutist stance
a moral absolutist
absolutist rule
Absolutist is mainly found in historical, political and philosophical writing rather than casual speech.
Etymology
Absolutist was formed in English from absolute and the suffix -ist, following the pattern of the earlier French word absolutiste.
Full origin of absolutist →Frequently asked questions
What does absolutist mean?
An absolutist is someone who supports unchecked, autocratic rule, or, more broadly, someone who treats certain principles as absolute with no exceptions.
Is absolutist always about politics?
No, it began as a political term for supporters of autocratic government but is now also used for anyone who holds a principle as absolute in other areas, such as ethics or free speech.
Can absolutist be used as an adjective?
Yes, it can describe a system of government, a stance, or an attitude that is unchecked or allows no compromise, as in an absolutist monarchy.
