Supremacist

usgb/suˈpreməsɪst/
noun

A person who believes that a particular race, religion, or group is better than all others and should have control over others.

The group was known for being white supremacists.
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Often appears as...

  • white supremacist
  • racial supremacist

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Negative Connotation

The term 'supremacist' has a strong negative connotation, implying unfairness and discrimination.

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The supremacist views held by the leader were condemned by the community.
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Power Dynamics

Consider how 'supremacist' implies dominance and a desire to control others.

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The country's history was marred by supremacist policies that oppressed certain groups.
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Cultural Context

'Supremacist' is often linked to historical and ongoing social issues, like systemic racism.

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Scholars analyzed literature for themes of cultural and racial supremacist ideologies.
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