Definition

A person who holds extreme right-wing political views, often advocating for traditional values and limited government.

Example

The ultrarightist group organized a rally to promote their political agenda.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new ultrarightist group forming in the city?

Yeah, I read an article about them; they seem pretty controversial.

I wonder what their main goals are.

It's hard to say, but their views seem really extreme.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ultrarightist is formed from "ultra-" (meaning beyond or extreme) and "rightist" (from "right" meaning correct or conservative, with the suffix "-ist" indicating a person who holds a particular belief). The term refers to a person who holds extreme conservative or right-wing political views.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ultra-' meaning beyond or extreme, combined with 'rightist' which refers to someone with conservative beliefs. This helps you remember that an ultrarightist is someone with extreme conservative views.

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