carlist: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Rare / HistoricalHistorical / Political
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What does “carlist” mean?
A supporter of Don Carlos or his descendants in their claim to the Spanish throne.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A supporter of Don Carlos or his descendants in their claim to the Spanish throne.
A member of a conservative Spanish political movement with traditionalist, Catholic, and monarchist foundations, originating in the 19th century.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning. The term is used identically in academic and historical writing in both regions.
Connotations
Historical, niche, European-specific. It may carry connotations of traditionalism, Catholic integralism, and regional (especially Basque and Navarrese) rights in Spain.
Frequency
Extremely rare in general usage; encountered almost exclusively in history texts, political science, or discussions of Spanish history.
Grammar
How to Use “carlist” in a Sentence
[to be] a Carlist[to support] the Carlists[the] Carlist [movement/war]Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “carlist” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- N/A
American English
- N/A
adverb
British English
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American English
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adjective
British English
- The Carlist forces besieged the city.
- He held deep Carlist sympathies.
American English
- Carlist troops advanced through the hills.
- It was a key Carlist stronghold.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Used in historical and political science texts discussing 19th-20th century Spain.
Everyday
Not used.
Technical
Used as a precise historical and political label.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “carlist”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “carlist”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “carlist”
- Using 'carlist' to mean a general royalist or conservative.
- Capitalisation: It is often capitalised ('Carlist') as a proper noun, though lower case is also accepted.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a rare, specialised term used only in the context of Spanish history and politics.
Not accurately. While Carlists were traditionalists, the term is specific to the Spanish dynastic cause. Using it for a generic traditionalist is incorrect.
A royalist supports monarchy in general. A Carlist specifically supports the claim of the line of Don Carlos to the Spanish throne, a particular faction within Spanish royalism.
As a formal political movement, it is very minor. However, some groups and individuals in Spain still identify with Carlist traditionalist thought.
A supporter of Don Carlos or his descendants in their claim to the Spanish throne.
Carlist is usually historical / political in register.
Carlist: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkɑːlɪst/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkɑːrlɪst/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “N/A”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'CARLos' + 'IST' = a supporter of CARLos.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A - Highly literal, proper noun-based term.
Practice
Quiz
A 'Carlist' is primarily associated with which country?