interventionist
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/ˌɪntərˈvɛnʃənɪst/
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/ˌɪntəˈvɛnʃənɪst/
advocating intervention
Etymology
'interventionist' originates from the word 'intervention,' which comes from Latin 'interventio,' where 'inter-' meant 'between' and 'venire' meant 'to come.'
'interventio' transformed into the French word 'intervention,' and eventually became the modern English word 'interventionist' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to come between,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'advocating or practicing intervention.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who advocates or practices intervention, especially in the affairs of other countries.
The interventionist argued for military action in the region.
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Adjective 1
relating to or advocating intervention, especially in the affairs of other countries.
The government's interventionist policies have been controversial.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42