Populist (noun)

1. A political leader or supporter who claims to represent the common people and to respond to their needs and aspirations.
2. A political ideology or movement that champions the interests of ordinary people, often by opposing the influence of established elites and institutions.
3. A person who is seen as appealing to or seeking the support of the common people, especially in a political context.
4. A political movement or ideology that seeks to mobilize people on behalf of social or political change, often by appealing to popular or emotional issues.
5. A politician or political movement that seeks to represent and respond to the needs and interests of ordinary people, especially those who are marginalized or left behind by the political and economic system.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: from latin populus "people" + -ist.

Examples:

1. The populist candidate promised to restore the power of the people in government.
2. The populist movement has been gaining support in many countries around the world.
3. The populist leader claimed that the current political system was controlled by a small elite and was not responsive to the needs of the people.
4. The populist agenda included policies that would benefit working-class people and help address income inequality.
5. The populist party promised to restore power to the people and break the stranglehold of the political and economic elites.