evolutionist
UK/iːvə'luːʃ(ə)nɪst/US/.i:vә'lu:ʃәnist/
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Definitions
n.
A person who believes in or studies the theory of evolution
进化论者
adj.
Relating to evolutionism or its supporters
进化论的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedevolutionout of, from
+
-istroll, turn (volvere); will, wish (velle)
=evolutionist
evolution + -ist (one who believes/practices) = a believer in evolution. Transparent agent noun from evolution (e- 'out' + volut 'rolled' = unrolling, gradual unfolding).
Example Sentences
- 1.
As a committed evolutionist, she defended Darwin's theory in the debate.
- 2.
The lecture explored evolutionist views of human origins.