Lefter: meaning, definitions and examples
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lefter
[ ˈlɛf.tər ]
political affiliation
A lefter is someone who is aligned with or supports leftist political ideologies, which advocate for social equality and often emphasize the need for government intervention in the economy. This term is often used in discussions about political divisions, particularly in relation to economic policies, social justice, and civil rights movements.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Many lefter activists gathered to support the new social policies.
- The debate highlighted the differences between lefter and righter ideologies.
- As a lefter, she champions workers' rights and environmental issues.
Translations
Translations of the word "lefter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esquerdo
🇮🇳 बायां
🇩🇪 links
🇮🇩 kiri
🇺🇦 ліворуч
🇵🇱 lewy
🇯🇵 左
🇫🇷 gauche
🇪🇸 izquierda
🇹🇷 sol
🇰🇷 왼쪽
🇸🇦 يسار
🇨🇿 levý
🇸🇰 ľavý
🇨🇳 左
🇸🇮 levi
🇮🇸 vinstra
🇰🇿 сол
🇬🇪 მარცხნივ
🇦🇿 sol
🇲🇽 izquierda
Etymology
The term 'lefter' originates from the political spectrum where left refers to a position that supports revolutionary changes, social equality, and collective responsibility. Historically, the left has been associated with movements like socialism and communism, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries, as counterpoints to conservative and right-wing ideologies. The word 'left' itself comes from the French word 'gauche,' which was used to denote the side of the political spectrum associated with progressive policies. The use of 'lefter' likely evolved informally to describe those who identify with or lean towards these leftist ideals, particularly in modern contexts where political identities are more fluid. In contemporary discourse, lefter is frequently used in a sociopolitical context, often contrasting with more conservative viewpoints.