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Nativist (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Advocating the perpetuation of native societies; "the old nativist prejudice against the foreign businessman"; "the nativistic faith preaches the old values"- C.K.Kluckhohn.

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Synonyms

  • Nativistic

Related Words

  • Nativism (noun)

Meaning 2

Of or relating to or advocating nativism; "nativist theories"; "the traditional controversy between the nativistic and empiristic theories".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The nativist approach to language acquisition suggests that humans have an innate ability to recognize and mimic linguistic patterns.
  • Nativist ideologies often emphasize the superiority of the native-born population over immigrants.
  • The philosopher's nativistic views on morality posited that humans have an inherent sense of right and wrong.
  • The museum's exhibit on early American history highlighted the conflicts between the nativist and assimilationist movements.
  • Critics of the nativist movement argue that it promotes xenophobia and intolerance towards minority groups.

Synonyms

  • Nativistic

Related Words

  • Nativism (noun)
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