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Definition of Islamist
1. Noun. A scholar who knowledgeable in Islamic studies.
2. Noun. An orthodox Muslim.
Group relationships: Islam, Muslimism
Generic synonyms: Moslem, Muslim
Derivative terms: Islam, Islam, Islamism, Islamism
Generic synonyms: Moslem, Muslim
Derivative terms: Islam, Islam, Islamism, Islamism
Definition of Islamist
1. Adjective. Motivated by Islamic beliefs, particularly in the political sphere (e.g. a supporter of the introduction of sharia law). ¹
2. Adjective. (dated) Relating to Islam, particularly orthodox Islam. ¹
3. Noun. A person who espouses Islamic fundamentalist beliefs. ¹
4. Noun. (''somewhat rare'') A person who specializes in Islamic studies. ¹
5. Noun. (dated) A Muslim, particularly an orthodox Muslim. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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