Abolitionist

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈæ.bÉ™.lɪʃ.nÌ©.ɪst/
• US IPA: /ˈæ.bÉ™.lɪʃ.nÌ©.ɪst/, /ˈæ.bÉ™.lɪʃ.nÌ©.É™st/

Origin

First attested in 1788. abolition + -ist.

Full definition of abolitionist

Adjective

1. (historical) In favor of the abolition of slavery. since the late 18^th century

Noun

1. A person who favors the abolition of any particular institution. since the late 18^th century

1. (historical, US) A person who favored or advocated the abolition of slavery. since the late 18^th century