Definition

A person who is devoted to or enthusiastic about a particular cause or activity, often related to voting or political participation.

Example

As a votarist, she actively encouraged others to participate in the upcoming elections.

Conversation

I met someone at the art exhibit who calls himself a votarist.

That's interesting! What does that mean exactly?

He explained it as being a passionate supporter of the arts.

I love that! It's great to be a votarist in a world that values creativity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'votarist' is derived from 'votar' (from Latin 'votare', meaning to vow or to wish) and the suffix '-ist' (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A votarist is someone who is involved in or advocates for voting or the act of voting.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'vows' ('votare') to participate in the act of voting — that's what a votarist does.

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