revanchist

Meanings

• noun

  A person who advocates for the restoration of past rights or territories, often in a militant or aggressive way.

  - "The revanchist movement sought to reclaim lands lost during previous wars."
  - "His revanchist views on territorial disputes were a major factor in the conflict."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with revanchist
revenge , revanche , advantage

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Variants

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revanchist , revanchists

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Etymology

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From the French word 'revanche,' meaning 'revenge' or 'reprisal'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'revanchist' gained widespread use during the Franco-Prussian War and the subsequent Franco-German War.

2. The term 'revanchist' is often used in the context of territorial disputes between France and Germany.

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Related Concepts

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1. Nationalism: Revanchist movements are often fueled by strong feelings of nationalism and a desire to restore past territories or rights.

2. Territorial disputes: Revanchist movements are often centered around disputes over territorial boundaries or claims.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'revanchist' is often used to describe characters or movements driven by a desire for retribution or the restoration of past glories. In history, revanchist movements have been associated with conflicts over territorial disputes or political power.

How to Memorize "revanchist"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person or group fiercely advocating for the restoration of past rights or territories.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of revenge or reprisal.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the etymology of the word: 'revanche' means 'revenge' in French.

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