rightism
Americannoun
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conservatism, especially in politics.
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reactionary principles, attitudes, or behavior.
Etymology
Origin of rightism
Example Sentences
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Hamilton's reports and speeches as Treasury Secretary, Rossiter once wrote, expressed a "rightism run riot."
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