Definition

A person who supports the right to vote for all, particularly focusing on women's voting rights.

Example

The suffragist worked tirelessly to ensure women could vote in the upcoming election.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a suffragist?

Yeah, they were really important in fighting for women's rights.

I read about one who changed the course of history.

That's fascinating! Their work paved the way for so many people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Suffragist** → It is formed from "suffragium" (from Latin, meaning a vote or voting) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). A suffragist is a person who advocates for the right to vote, particularly in the context of women's suffrage.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is concerned with 'voting' ('suffragium') — that's why a suffragist is a person advocating for voting rights.

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