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leveller

 

[ ˈlɛvələ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fairness, equality

A leveller is a person who advocates for equal rights and social equality. This term is often used in political contexts to describe individuals or groups that challenge hierarchies and promote a more equitable distribution of power. Historically, levellers have played significant roles in various movements that seek to reduce inequality and ensure fairness across social classes.

Synonyms

egalitarian, equalizer, radical, reformer

Examples of usage

  • The leveller movements in the 17th century sought to create a more egalitarian society.
  • Activists today continue to be inspired by the principles of ancient levellers.
  • He identified himself as a leveller, fighting for the rights of the marginalized.

Translations

Translations of the word "leveller" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nivelador

🇮🇳 समतल करने वाला

🇩🇪 Nivellierer

🇮🇩 penyeimbang

🇺🇦 урівнювач

🇵🇱 poziomica

🇯🇵 レベラー

🇫🇷 nivellement

🇪🇸 nivelador

🇹🇷 düzleştirici

🇰🇷 수평계

🇸🇦 مستوى

🇨🇿 vyrovnávač

🇸🇰 vyrovnávač

🇨🇳 水平仪

🇸🇮 nivela

🇮🇸 jafnari

🇰🇿 деңгейлеуші

🇬🇪 მართლწიგნი

🇦🇿 səviyyələndirici

🇲🇽 nivelador

Etymology

The term 'leveller' originates from the English Civil War period in the 1640s, specifically associated with a group of political activists known as the Levellers. This group of radicals advocated for a more democratic government and sought to extend voting rights beyond the wealthy elite to the broader population. The Levellers gained significance for their bold ideas and writings, which challenged the existing social order and demanded equality before the law and an end to imprisonment for debt. Their ideas resonated amid the upheaval of the Civil War, making them a notable part of English political history. Over time, 'leveller' has been used more broadly to describe individuals who protest against inequality and advocate for social and political reform in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,964, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.