Islamist
|Is/lam/ist|
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/ˈɪzləmɪst/
Advocate of political Islam
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Islamist' originates from the word 'Islam,' which comes from the Arabic word 'islām,' meaning 'submission (to God).'
Historical Evolution
'Islam' was adopted into English from the Arabic word 'islām,' and the suffix '-ist' was added to denote a person who practices or advocates a particular ideology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a follower of Islam, but over time it evolved to specifically denote someone who advocates for political Islam.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who supports or advocates Islamic fundamentalism or political Islam.
The Islamist group gained significant political power in the region.
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Last updated: 2025/01/17 04:26