Synonyms for

Islamist

Verb / ˈɪslʌmɪst / Another word for islamist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who advocates or supports Islamic fundamentalism, especially as a political force.

Synonyms & similar words

islamist extremist radical jihadist militant fanatic zealot puritan traditionalist fundamentalist conservative orthodox reactionary intolerant dogmatic hardliner ayatollah mufti mullah cleric

Synonyms by register

Formal

fundamentalist zealot devotee adherent

Antonyms

secularist atheist agnostic nonbeliever humanist infidel

Common collocations

  • islamist militant
  • islamist group
  • islamist ideology
  • islamist movement
  • islamist extremism
  • islamist politics
  • islamist party

Word family

noun Islamism
adjective Islamist

Usage note

The term 'Islamist' refers to a proponent of political Islam, often with a desire to implement Islamic law. It is distinct from 'Muslim', which denotes a follower of the religion of Islam.

Example sentences

  1. The Islamist group staged a protest against the government's decision.
  2. The government is planning to take action against the Islamist militants.
  3. The Islamist extremist group has been designated as a terrorist organization.
  4. The Islamist movement gained momentum after the revolution.
  5. The Islamist party won the elections by a large margin.

Quotes

  • In my view, Islamism represents one of the most significant challenges to the values of liberal democracy in our time. - Ayaan Hirsi Ali
  • Islamism is a totalitarian ideology that aims to impose a particular version of Islam on all of society. - Maajid Nawaz
  • Islamism is not a religion, it is a political ideology that seeks to impose its will on others. - Ali Sina

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