Nativistic (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).
Examples
- The politician's nativistic stance on immigration sparked controversy among human rights activists.
- Nativistic sentiments often fueled opposition to globalization in the small town.
- The indigenous rights movement's nativistic approach to preserving traditional ways of life was gaining traction worldwide.
- The anthropologist argued that the tribe's nativistic practices were not barbaric, but rather a unique cultural expression.
- The company's CEO faced backlash for her nativistic views on trade, which many saw as discriminatory towards foreign competitors.
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Meaning 2
Of or relating to or advocating nativism; "nativist theories"; "the traditional controversy between the nativistic and empiristic theories".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).