pro-state
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/proʊˈsteɪt/
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/prəʊˈsteɪt/
for the state
Etymology
'pro-state' is formed from the Latin prefix 'pro-' (from Latin 'pro' meaning 'for') combined with English 'state' (from Latin 'status' meaning 'standing, condition').
'pro-' is a Latin prefix adopted into English; 'state' came into English via Old French 'estat' from Latin 'status'. The compound 'pro-state' is a modern English formation used in political contexts to mean 'for the state'.
Originally a literal composition meaning 'for the state', it has come to be used more specifically to describe political positions or people that favor state authority or government intervention.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or group that supports the state or government (used as 'a pro-state' to mean a supporter).
In the debate he was identified as a pro-state who prioritized stability over reform.
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Adjective 1
in favor of the state or government; supportive of state authority or policies.
The party took a clearly pro-state position on issues of national security.
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