Word
federalist
Phoneticsfed·er·al·ist, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɛdɝəɫɪst/
UK/fˈɛdəɹəlˌɪst/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who supports a system of government where power is shared between a central authority and local states.
n. an advocate of a system of government in which several states unite under a central authority while remaining independent in internal affairs.
Examples
“The federalist argued for a stronger central government.”
“During the constitutional debates, the federalist faction pushed for a unified national bank to stabilize the economy.”
“The tension between the federalist vision of a cohesive national identity and the localist desire for state autonomy has shaped the country's legal landscape for centuries.”
Examples
simple
“The federalist argued for a stronger central government.”
contextual
“During the constitutional debates, the federalist faction pushed for a unified national bank to stabilize the economy.”
complex
“The tension between the federalist vision of a cohesive national identity and the localist desire for state autonomy has shaped the country's legal landscape for centuries.”
Usage
When referring to the specific 18th-century American political party, it is typically capitalized.
Real-World Examples
“In recent months she has tried to placate both the separatists and federalists in the party, in a province where a majority is not interested in secession.” “An alliance of federalists and separatists (the party describes itself as nationalist), it didn’t win a single seat, and harvested just a third of its vote share compared to 2022.” Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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