republican
Translation
republican
Examples
He is a staunch republican.
He is a staunch republican.
The debate was between a democrat and a republican.
The debate was between a democrat and a republican.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) republican a supporter of republican government She is a republican in principle.
Similar Words
Antonyms: monarchist
Etymology
From 'republic' plus the suffix '-an', indicating a person belonging to or supporting something.
Memory Tips
A 'republican' is a person who supports a 'republic'. Note the capitalization: 'a republican' (general) vs. 'a Republican' (US party member).