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Synonyms & Similar Words
democratic
equal
fair
just
unbiased
impartial
neutral
equitable
uniform
balanced
symmetric
reciprocal
mutual
complementary
harmonious
cooperative
collaborative
collegial
fraternal
sororal
liberal
progressive
radical
revolutionary
socialist
communist
anarchist
libertarian
humanist
altruistic
selfless
munificent
beneficent
charitable
philanthropic
humane
cosmopolitan
ecumenical
universal
catholic
all-embracing
tolerant
open-minded
permissive
laissez-faire
free
unrestrained
unconfined
untrammelled
Meaning of Egalitarian
relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal and should have the same rights and opportunities
Definitions
- Relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal and should have the same rights and opportunities
- * Relating to or characterized by a social or economic system in which all people are equal and have the same status
Etymology of Egalitarian
The word "egalitarian" has its roots in the French word "égalitaire", which is derived from the Latin word "aequalis", meaning "equal" or "level"
The term "egalitarian" has been used in English since the 19th century to describe social and political movements that advocate for equal rights and opportunities for all people
Example Uses
- The company has an egalitarian approach to management, where all employees have an equal say in decision-making
- * The egalitarian society values the contributions of all its members, regardless of their background or social status
- * The philosopher argued that an egalitarian distribution of wealth is essential for a just and fair society
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
authoritarian
dictatorial
tyrannical
oppressive
repressive
autocratic
monarchical
aristocratic
elitist
exclusive
discriminatory
biased
prejudiced
unequal
unfair
unjust
inequitable
unbalanced
asymmetric
reciprocal
mutual
complementary
harmonious
cooperative
hierarchical
paternalistic
maternalistic
patriarchal
matriarchal