anarchist
Anarchist (noun) means a person who believes that government and formal authority should be abolished in favour of voluntary cooperation. Example: “The anarchist argued that no one should rule over another person.”
How to use anarchist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who wants no government or formal ruling authority, or loosely, someone who rejects all rules.
Word forms
more anarchist comparative, anarchists plural, most anarchist superlative
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Etymology
From French anarchiste, from Greek an- ("without") plus arkhe ("rule").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “anarchist” mean?
The word “anarchist” means a person who believes that government and formal authority should be abolished in favour of voluntary cooperation. In plain terms, someone who wants no government or formal ruling authority, or loosely, someone who rejects all rules.
How do you pronounce “anarchist”?
“Anarchist” is pronounced AN-uh-kihst (/ˈæn.ɑɹ.kɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “anarchist” in a sentence?
Here is “anarchist” used in a sentence: “The anarchist argued that no one should rule over another person.”
What part of speech is “anarchist”?
Depending on how it is used, “anarchist” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “anarchist” come from?
The word “anarchist” comes from French. From French anarchiste, from Greek an- ("without") plus arkhe ("rule").
Is “anarchist” a common word?
“Anarchist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “anarchist” have?
“Anarchist” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who believes that government and formal authority should be abolished in favour of voluntary cooperation.
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