Socialist ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Socialist ( noun )

1. A person who advocates or practices socialism.
2. A member of a political party or group that advocates socialism.

Origin:

From french socialiste, from social (“social”), from latin sociālis (“of or belonging to companionship, social”), +‎ -iste (“-ist”), formed in analogy with communiste (“communist”).

Examples:

1. The candidate was a socialist who believed in public ownership of utilities.
2. Many socialists advocate for universal healthcare and education.
3. The socialist party won a majority in the recent elections.
4. The union was strongly supported by socialists who believed in workers' rights.
5. The socialist movement gained momentum in the early 20th century.

(As an adjective)

Socialist ( adjective )

1. A person who advocates or practices socialism.
2. A member of a political party or group that advocates socialism.

Origin:

From french socialiste, from social (“social”), from latin sociālis (“of or belonging to companionship, social”), +‎ -iste (“-ist”), formed in analogy with communiste (“communist”).

Examples:

1. The candidate was a socialist who believed in public ownership of utilities.
2. Many socialists advocate for universal healthcare and education.
3. The socialist party won a majority in the recent elections.
4. The union was strongly supported by socialists who believed in workers' rights.
5. The socialist movement gained momentum in the early 20th century.