fundamentalist
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/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəlɪst/
strict adherence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fundamentalist' originates from the English word 'fundamental,' which is derived from the Latin word 'fundamentum,' meaning 'foundation.'
Historical Evolution
'fundamentum' transformed into the English word 'fundamental,' and eventually became 'fundamentalist' in the early 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the foundation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'strict adherence to religious texts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who believes in the strict, literal interpretation of scripture in a religion.
The fundamentalist insisted on following the religious texts to the letter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/22 19:22