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hardliner

 

[ ˈhɑːrdˌlaɪnər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

politics

A hardliner is someone who takes a strict, inflexible position on a particular issue and is unwilling to compromise.

Synonyms

extremist, stickler, zealot

Examples of usage

  • The hardliner in the negotiations refused to consider any concessions.
  • The party's hardliners called for a tougher stance on immigration.
  • The president's appointment of a hardliner as the new chief of staff signaled a shift in policy direction.
Context #2 | Noun

general

A hardliner can also refer to a person who advocates for a strict or uncompromising approach in any situation.

Synonyms

diehard, purist, rigorist

Examples of usage

  • She was known as a hardliner when it came to enforcing the company's rules.
  • The teacher was seen as a hardliner by the students because of her strict discipline.

Translations

Translations of the word "hardliner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 linha dura

🇮🇳 कट्टरपंथी (kattarapanthi)

🇩🇪 Hardliner

🇮🇩 garis keras

🇺🇦 радикал

🇵🇱 radykalny

🇯🇵 強硬派 (きょうこうは, kyōkōha)

🇫🇷 dur à cuire

🇪🇸 intransigente

🇹🇷 sert çizgi

🇰🇷 강경파 (강경파, ganggyeongpa)

🇸🇦 متشدد (mutashadid)

🇨🇿 tvrdá linie

🇸🇰 tvrdá línia

🇨🇳 强硬派 (qiángyìng pài)

🇸🇮 trda linija

🇮🇸 harðlínumaður

🇰🇿 қатал сызық

🇬🇪 ხისტი ხაზის მიმდევარი (khisti khazis mimdevari)

🇦🇿 sərt xətt

🇲🇽 intransigente

Etymology

The term 'hardliner' originated in the mid-20th century, combining 'hard' meaning firm or strict, and 'liner' indicating someone with a fixed position. It gained popularity in political discourse to describe individuals who advocate for stringent policies without compromise. The concept of a hardliner is often associated with ideologies that prioritize unwavering principles over flexibility or negotiation.

See also: hard, hardball, harden, hardening, harder, hardly, hardness, hardship, hardships, hardware, hardy.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,488, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.