ultrarightism

noun

ul·​tra·​right·​ism ˌəl-trə-ˈrīt-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce ultrarightism (audio)
: advocacy of or adherence to extreme right-wing political policies and positions
ultrarightist noun
plural ultrarightists
a group of ultrarightists
ultrarightist adjective
ultrarightist party members
an ultrarightist rally/publication

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ultrarightism was in 1943

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Cite this Entry

“Ultrarightism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ultrarightism. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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