noun
monarchist
MON-ar-kist
Monarchist (noun) means a person who supports or believes in monarchy as a system of government. Example: “The monarchist argued that a royal head of state gives the country stability.”
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A person who supports or believes in monarchy as a system of government.
"The monarchist argued that a royal head of state gives the country stability."
"Only a small group of monarchists still campaign for the throne to be restored."
How to use monarchist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who is in favour of having a monarchy.
When to use it
It is used mainly in political and historical discussion rather than casual speech.
Memory tip
Pair it in your head with republican, since the two words are usually discussed as opposites.
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Common pairings
staunch monarchist
committed monarchist
monarchist movement
monarchist party
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Etymology
The word came into English from French monarchiste, built from monarchy with the ending -ist.
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What is a monarchist?
A monarchist is someone who supports monarchy, meaning rule by a king, queen or similar hereditary head of state.
What is the opposite of a monarchist?
A republican is generally seen as the opposite, since republicans favour an elected head of state instead of a monarch.
Where does the word monarchist come from?
It was borrowed from the French word monarchiste, formed from monarchy plus the suffix -ist.
What is the meaning of monarchist?
"monarchist" (noun) means a person who supports or believes in monarchy as a system of government.
