Fundamentalist

usgb/ˌfʌndəˈmentəlɪst/
noun

A person who follows and believes deeply in the original principles of any philosophy or religion.

The fundamentalist insisted on following all the traditional customs of his religion.
Visual representation of "fundamentalist" - A person who follows and believes deeply in the original principles of any philosophy or religion.

Often appears as...

  • christian fundamentalist
  • islamic fundamentalist

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Religious Association

Fundamentalist is often linked to strict religious beliefs and can carry a negative connotation when used in secular contexts.

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The community was wary of the new neighbor's fundamentalist views.
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Not Always Extremism

Being a fundamentalist doesn't necessarily mean extremist; it can simply reflect a deep commitment to traditional beliefs.

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Although a fundamentalist, he peacefully coexisted with those of other faiths.
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Political Use

Fundamentalist can be used in political contexts to describe someone with uncompromising adherence to core principles.

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The politician was labeled a fundamentalist for her rigid stance on policies.
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