pro-capitalism
|pro-cap-i-tal-ism|
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/ˌproʊˈkæpɪtəlɪzəm/
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/ˌprəʊˈkæpɪtəlɪzəm/
in favor of capitalism
Etymology
'pro-capitalism' originates from Modern English, formed by the prefix 'pro-' (from Latin 'pro' meaning 'for') combined with 'capitalism' (from French 'capitalisme').
'capitalism' entered English via French 'capitalisme' (19th century), ultimately from Late Latin 'capitalis' (from 'caput' meaning 'head' or 'principal'), and 'pro-' is a Latin prepositional prefix meaning 'for'; these were combined in modern English to form 'pro-capitalism'.
Initially, 'capitalism' referred to matters relating to capital or principal resources; over time it came to denote an economic system based on private ownership and market exchange; 'pro-capitalism' therefore came to mean 'in favor of that economic system'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the political or ideological position of being in favor of capitalism and market-based economic policies.
Her pro-capitalism views shaped the party's economic agenda.
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Adjective 1
supporting or favoring capitalism (used to describe policies, people, or attitudes).
They advocated several pro-capitalism reforms to encourage private investment.
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