antimonarchist
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌæntɪˈmɒnəˌkɪst/
KK: /æntɪˈmɒnərkɪst/
adjective
Definition
Not in favor of a system of government where a king or queen rules.
Example
The antimonarchist group organized a rally to promote their views on democracy.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new antimonarchist movement gaining traction?
Yeah, it's interesting how people are starting to speak out against the monarchy.
I wonder what changes they hope to see if they succeed.
It could lead to a lot of political shifts, that's for sure!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
republican
dissident
oppositional
Antonyms
monarchist
loyalist
supportive
noun
Definition
A person who does not support or is against the system of monarchy.
Example
The antimonarchist group organized a protest to advocate for a republic.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new antimonarchist group that started in town?
Yeah, I read an article about them. It sounds interesting!
I wonder what their main goals are as antimonarchists.
Root Explanation
Antimonarchist is formed from "anti-" (meaning against) and "monarch" (from Greek "monarchēs", meaning ruler or sovereign) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or advocates). The word describes a person who is against monarchy or the rule of a monarch.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who is 'against' ('anti-') a 'ruler' ('monarch') — that's why an antimonarchist opposes monarchy.
Visually Confused Words
monarchist
antarchist
nonmonarchist