Meaning of the word populist in English

What does populist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

populist

US /ˈpɑː.pjə.lɪst/
UK /ˈpɑː.pjə.lɪst/

Adjective

1.

trying to be popular with ordinary people and to represent their ideas and opinions:

Example:
a populist manifesto

Noun

1.

someone who tries to be popular with ordinary people and to represent their ideas and opinions:

Example:
a political party dominated by populists
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