Islamist (Noun)
Meaning 1
A scholar who knowledgeable in Islamic studies.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- As a scholar of Islamic studies, she was well-versed in the writings of Islamist thinkers who sought to establish an Islamic state based on sharia law.
- The Islamist movement in Egypt was a subject of great interest to him, and he spent years researching its history and ideology.
- Her book on Islamist feminism was widely praised for its nuanced exploration of the complex relationships between gender, politics, and faith.
- He argued that the Islamist ideology of the Muslim Brotherhood was incompatible with democratic values and human rights.
- The Islamist thinker's call for a return to the principles of the Quran and the Hadith resonated with many young Muslims who felt disillusioned with modern society.