Royalist

usgb/ˈrɔɪəlɪst/
noun

A person who supports the king or queen in a country with a system of royalty.

During the civil war, there was a division between loyal royalists and determined rebels.
Visual representation of "royalist" - A person who supports the king or queen in a country with a system of royalty

Often appears as...

  • loyal royalist
  • fervent royalist
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Historical Context

Understand the term's historical use to grasp conflicts between monarchy and other forms of government.

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The royalist troops fought to restore the monarchy.
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Political Alignment

Royalists may be associated with conservative politics, valuing tradition and hierarchy.

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As a royalist, he campaigned for the preservation of the monarchy.
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Cultural Nuance

In different cultures, being a royalist can either be mainstream or a niche political stance.

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In her country, being a royalist was considered old-fashioned.
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