Islamist

Is·lam·ism

I0247900 (ĭs-lä′mĭz′əm, ĭz-, ĭs′lə-, ĭz′-)n.1. An Islamic revivalist movement, often characterized by moral conservatism, literalism, and the attempt to implement Islamic values in all spheres of life.2. The religious faith, principles, or cause of Islam.

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Is·lam′ist adj. & n.

Islamist

(ˈɪzləmɪst) adj (Islam) supporting or advocating Islamic fundamentalismn (Islam) a supporter or advocate of Islamic fundamentalism

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	Islamist - a scholar who knowledgeable in Islamic studiesbookman, scholar, scholarly person, student - a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
	2.	Islamist - an orthodox Muslim Islam, Muslimism - the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion; "Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia"Moslem, Muslim - a believer in or follower of Islam

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