I. ˈrīd.ə̇st, -ītə̇- noun
( -s )
Usage: often capitalized
Etymology: right (II) + -ist
1. : a member of a group (as a political party) belonging to the Right
2. : one that believes in or advocates principles associated with the Right
II. adjective
Usage: often capitalized
1. : of, relating to, or favoring the Right or a group belonging to the Right
2. : favoring, characterized by, or based upon the principles of the Right