Synonyms for
Feminist
Definition
A person who believes in the social, political, and economic equality of the sexes.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- strong feminist
- outspoken feminist
- male feminist
- feminist movement
- feminist theory
- feminist perspective
- feminist writer
Word family
Usage note
While 'feminist' is generally a positive term, some may use it pejoratively. It refers to someone who advocates for or supports feminism, the belief in social, political, and economic equality of the sexes.
Example sentences
- My mom is a feminist and she wants all women to have the same opportunities as men.
- Jane is a feminist who believes in equal pay for equal work.
- The feminist movement fought for women's right to vote.
- Many feminist activists work to end violence against women.
- A feminist is someone who believes in gender equality and fights for women's rights.
Quotes
Feminism is not a dirty word. It does not mean you hate men, it does not mean you hate girls that have nice legs and a tan, and it does not mean you are a 'bitch' or 'dyke'; it means you believe in equality.
A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.
Feminism is the radical notion that women are human beings.