particularist
|par-tic-u-lar-ist|
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/pərˈtɪkjələrɪst/
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/pəˈtɪkjʊlərɪst/
group-focused
Etymology
Etymology Information
'particularist' originates from the Latin word 'particularis,' meaning 'pertaining to a part.'
Historical Evolution
'particularis' transformed into the French word 'particulariste,' and eventually became the modern English word 'particularist.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a part,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'advocating for a specific group's interests.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is concerned with or advocates for the interests of a particular group, often at the expense of a wider community.
The particularist focused solely on the needs of his own community.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 08:44