Definition of nativist

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  • nativist is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • nativist is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • nativist is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of nativist

  • advocating the perpetuation of native societies (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the old nativist prejudice against the foreign businessman
    2. the nativistic faith preaches the old values

    Synonyms

    1. nativistic
  • of or relating to or advocating nativism (adjective)

    Examples

    1. nativist theories
    2. the traditional controversy between the nativistic and empiristic theories

    Synonyms

    1. nativistic
  • a philosopher who subscribes to nativism (noun)

See definition of nativist in Merriam Webster