Word
socialist
Phoneticsso·cial·ist, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsoʊʃəɫəst/
UK/sˈəʊʃəlˌɪst/
Countable noun
Definition
n. someone who believes in socialism and thinks the government should help share wealth and resources fairly.
n. an individual who supports or advocates for the principles of socialism, typically emphasizing social ownership and the reduction of economic inequality.
Examples
“The young socialist spoke about the need for better public housing.”
“During the debate, the socialist argued that the city's transport system should be funded by taxes rather than private fees.”
“While the candidate identified as a socialist, her policy proposals were viewed by some as moderate reforms intended to stabilize the existing market rather than replace it entirely.”
Examples
simple
“The young socialist spoke about the need for better public housing.”
contextual
“During the debate, the socialist argued that the city's transport system should be funded by taxes rather than private fees.”
complex
“While the candidate identified as a socialist, her policy proposals were viewed by some as moderate reforms intended to stabilize the existing market rather than replace it entirely.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “socialist” in context.
Verb
01. describe himself as a socialist
“Although he ran for a mainstream party, he continued to describe himself as a socialist.”
verb + noun + prep + adj + noun
02. identify as a socialist
“Many young voters in the city now identify as socialists due to the rising cost of living.”
verb + prep + adj + noun
Adjective
03. avowed socialist
“As an avowed socialist, he spent his entire career campaigning for the redistribution of wealth.”
adj + noun
04. lifelong socialist
“The senator remained a lifelong socialist, never wavering from his belief in public ownership.”
adj + noun
05. staunch socialist
“She was a staunch socialist who organized several strikes to protect workers' rights.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. fellow socialist
“He called upon his fellow socialists to unite against the proposed privatization of the healthcare system.”
adj + noun
07. generation of socialists
“A new generation of socialists is emerging, driven by concerns over climate change and inequality.”
noun + of + noun
Real-World Examples
“It said Hui’s actions had “severely disrupted the order of the socialist market economy” and “caused exceptionally heavy economic losses”.” “Decree 5503 introduces radical economic reforms, such as eliminating state fuel subsidies, that target policies put in place under Bolivia’s former socialist government.” Etymology
From social + -ist.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
NOUN
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
- Common
- Level
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