absolutist
UK/'æbsəlʊtɪst/US/'æbsәlu:tist/
C2
Definitions
n.
A supporter of absolute government or of absolute principles
专制主义者;绝对论者
adj.
Relating to absolutism; allowing no exceptions or compromise
专制主义的;绝对的,不容妥协的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedabsoluteout of, former
+
-istloosen, release, dissolve
=absolutist
absolute + -ist (one who) = one who holds absolutist views, or describing such views.
Example Sentences
- 1.
He takes an absolutist stance and refuses any compromise.