Antonyms for libertarian

Grammar : Adj

Spell : lib-er-tair-ee-uh n

Phonetic Transcription : ˌlɪb ərˈtɛər i ən

Definition of libertarian

Origin : 1789, "one who holds the doctrine of free will" (opposed to necessitarian), from liberty (q.v.) on model of unitarian, etc. Political sense of "person advocating liberty in thought and conduct" is from 1878. As an adjective by 1882. U.S. Libertarian Party founded in Colorado, 1971.

As in liberal : adj progressive
As in liberalistic : adj liberal
As in democratic : adj representative, self-governing

Example sentences :

The case has been conceded to him in advance, and the libertarian can only flinch from his logic.
Extract from : « Major Prophets of To-Day » by Edwin E. Slosson

It is chiefly on the Libertarian side that I find a tendency to the exaggeration of which I have just spoken.
Extract from : « The Methods of Ethics » by Henry Sidgwick

So far I concede the Libertarian contention as to the demoralising effect of Determinism, if held with a real force of conviction.
Extract from : « The Methods of Ethics » by Henry Sidgwick

At the same time, the difference between Determinist and Libertarian Justice can hardly have any practical effect.
Extract from : « The Methods of Ethics » by Henry Sidgwick

Synonyms for libertarian

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