noun Uncommon

Zionist

ZEYE-uh-nihst

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Zionist (noun) means a supporter of the movement to establish and support a Jewish state in the historic land of Israel. Example: “Early Zionists organized conferences across Europe to plan a return to the land of Israel.”

noun

A supporter of the movement to establish and support a Jewish state in the historic land of Israel.

"Early Zionists organized conferences across Europe to plan a return to the land of Israel."

"She wrote extensively about the political history of the Zionist movement."

adjective

Relating to the movement supporting a Jewish homeland in Israel, or to Israel itself.

"The museum has an exhibit on early Zionist settlements."

How to use Zionist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes a person or idea connected to the political movement for a Jewish homeland in Israel.

When to use it

This is a politically charged term in many contexts; usage and connotation vary widely depending on the speaker and setting.

Common pairings

Zionist movement Zionist leader

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Zionists
Comparative: more Zionist
Superlative: most Zionist

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Etymology

Formed from "Zion" plus the suffix "-ist," which marks a supporter or follower of a movement.

Rhymes for Zionist

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Zionist” mean?

The word “Zionist” means a supporter of the movement to establish and support a Jewish state in the historic land of Israel. In plain terms, describes a person or idea connected to the political movement for a Jewish homeland in Israel.

How do you pronounce “Zionist”?

“Zionist” is pronounced ZEYE-uh-nihst (/ˈzaɪənɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “Zionist” in a sentence?

Here is “Zionist” used in a sentence: “Early Zionists organized conferences across Europe to plan a return to the land of Israel.”

What part of speech is “Zionist”?

Depending on how it is used, “Zionist” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “Zionist” a common word?

“Zionist” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Zionist” have?

“Zionist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a supporter of the movement to establish and support a Jewish state in the historic land of Israel.

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