pro-capitalist
|pro-cap-i-tal-ist|
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/proʊ-ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/
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/prəʊ-ˈkæpɪtəlɪst/
in favor of capitalism
Etymology
'pro-capitalist' originates from Latin and French-derived English elements, specifically the prefix 'pro' (Latin 'pro') meaning 'for' and the word 'capitalist' which ultimately comes via French 'capitaliste' (from Late Latin 'capitale') meaning 'relating to capital'.
'capitalist' developed from French 'capitaliste' (mid-19th century), itself from Late Latin 'capitale' (from Latin 'caput' meaning 'head'); the compound 'pro-capitalist' is a later English formation combining the Latin prefix 'pro-' with 'capitalist' to denote someone 'for' capitalism (formation attested in modern English usage, primarily 20th century onward).
Initially the parts meant 'for' (pro-) and 'relating to capital' (capitalist); combined in modern English they came to mean 'in favor of capitalism' or 'a supporter of capitalism'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who supports or advocates capitalism and capitalist policies.
She is a well-known pro-capitalist who frequently speaks in favor of privatization.
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Adjective 1
favoring or supporting capitalism, capitalist policies, or the interests of private capital and markets.
The party adopted a pro-capitalist platform emphasizing deregulation and lower taxes.
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