egalitarian 1 of 2

as in democrat
one who advocates or practices social equality as egalitarians, they have always promoted policies for equal pay

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egalitarian

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adjective

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Recent Examples of egalitarian
Adjective
This egalitarian framework fosters deep emotional investment, democratic accountability, and long-term sustainability—principles that align seamlessly with the broader ethos of women’s sport. Priya Oberoi, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 Adding premium and basic economy seating options, abandoning their egalitarian, single-class approach. Roger Dooley, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025 But for a guy who lives on a private island, kitesurfs with Barack Obama, and unearths new properties primarily by circumnavigating the planet via hot-air balloon, Sir Richard is surprisingly egalitarian. Heidi Mitchell, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025 The Other Art Fair was a populist standout, given its egalitarian approach in showing artists who lack gallery representation. R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for egalitarian
Recent Examples of Synonyms for egalitarian
Noun
  • So democrats sitting before me, for just this one night, why not join us in celebrating so many incredible wins for America.
    NPR, NPR, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Merz won’t take over as chancellor until after his conservative party has negotiated the formation of a new government with the social democrats—a process that could take weeks if not months.
    David Axe, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Even democratic leaders have joined the chorus of those turning inward.
    Jennifer Lotito, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Basic concepts of equality, dignity and the right to vote are at the core of the American democratic experience.
    Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025

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“Egalitarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/egalitarian. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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