Feminist — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈfe-mə-nist/ fem·i·nist

Meaning & Definition of Feminist

Feminist (noun)

  1. a person who supports or engages in feminism

Feminist (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, supporting, or compatible with feminism

Feminist (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in egalitarian

    similar: egalitarian, optimist, positivist, idealist
    opposite: anti-feminist, bigot, chauvinist, misandrist, misogynist, sexist, cynic, misanthrope, naysayer, pessimist, doubter, negativist, skeptic

Related Entry: Anti-feminist (noun)

Anti-feminist is a different word from Feminist. The synonyms below are for anti-feminist, not for feminist.

  1. as in bigot, misogynist

    similar: bigot, chauvinist, misandrist, misogynist, sexist, cynic, misanthrope, naysayer, pessimist, doubter, negativist, skeptic, belittler, critic, derider, detractor, scoffer, malcontent, defeatist
    opposite: egalitarian, feminist, optimist, positivist, idealist

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Feminist

The most common words with a similar meaning to Feminist:

egalitarian, optimist, positivist, idealist

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Feminist

Words with the opposite meaning of Feminist:

anti-feminist, bigot, chauvinist, misandrist, misogynist, sexist, cynic, misanthrope, naysayer, pessimist, doubter, negativist, skeptic

Word Forms of Feminist

Inflections: feminists

Origin & Etymology of Feminist

First known use: 1887

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Feminist

Words & Phrases Containing Feminist

anti-feminist, trans-exclusionary radical feminist, prefeminist

Frequently Asked Questions about Feminist

What does "Feminist" mean?

"Feminist" means a person who supports or engages in feminism. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a person who supports or engages in feminism.

What is another word for "Feminist"?

Other words for "Feminist" include egalitarian, optimist, positivist and idealist. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Feminist" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Feminist"?

Antonyms of "Feminist" include anti-feminist, bigot, chauvinist, misandrist, misogynist, sexist, cynic and misanthrope.

Is "Feminist" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Feminist" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Feminist" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Feminist" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Feminist"?

"Feminist" is pronounced /ˈfe-mə-nist/ and divided into syllables as fem·i·nist.

What is the origin of the word "Feminist"?

First known use: 1887.

What is another word for "Feminist" meaning "as in egalitarian"?

When "Feminist" (noun) means as in egalitarian, synonyms include egalitarian, optimist, positivist and idealist. Opposites in this sense include anti-feminist, bigot, chauvinist and misandrist.