What is another word for anarchist?

Pronunciation: [ˈanɑːkˌɪst] (IPA)

Anarchist is a term that often has negative connotations. However, there are several synonyms that are less stigmatized and might be more appropriate to use in certain situations. For example, someone who values individual freedom might be described as a libertarian. A person who is anti-authoritarian might be referred to as an autonomist. Someone who opposes the current political system might be called a dissident or an insurgent. A person who advocates for social change through direct action could be described as a radical. Regardless of the term used, it is important to recognize that people who hold these beliefs have valid concerns and are often striving for a better world.

Synonyms for Anarchist:

What are the hypernyms for Anarchist?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Anarchist?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for anarchist (as nouns)

Usage examples for Anarchist

You are an anarchist!
"They Call Me Carpenter"
Upton Sinclair
"Of course," he laughed, "I do not regard it seriously, but I thought we ought to know the whereabouts of this man Minckwitz, who is probably an anarchist."
"The Secrets of Potsdam"
William Le Queux
The anarchist believes that the state is an instrument of class oppression, and has no other reason for being.
"The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society"
Upton Sinclair

Famous quotes with Anarchist

  • I am an anarchist in politics and an impressionist in art as well as a symbolist in literature. Not that I understand what these terms mean, but I take them to be all merely synonyms of pessimist.
    Henry Adams
  • Confronted with the choice, the American people would choose the policeman's truncheon over the anarchist's bomb.
    Spiro T. Agnew
  • I've seen, not surprisingly, no action taken against those people, but here I am, an anarchist website, not even close to what that is, not even close to what else you can find on the Internet.
    Sherman Austin
  • We started off trying to set up a small anarchist community, but people wouldn't obey the rules.
    Alan Bennett
  • I much preferred the approach at the anarchist camp, with its shared tasks and collective responsibilities. Everyone played their part. There was no division between workers and consumers.
    John Blair

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