# socialist

/ˈsoʊʃəɫəst/ (US) · /sˈəʊʃəlˌɪst/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/socialist
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. a person

noun · CEFR B2

someone who believes in socialism and thinks the government should help share wealth and resources fairly.

For teachers: an individual who supports or advocates for the principles of socialism, typically emphasizing social ownership and the reduction of economic inequality.

- As a lifelong socialist, he always voted for policies that funded public hospitals and schools.
- The candidate described himself as a democratic socialist, arguing that essential services like healthcare should never be run for private profit.

## 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.

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