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capitalist

Pronunciation: /ˈkæp.ɪ.tə.lɪst/

The English word “capitalist” has 6 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Of, or pertaining to, capitalism.
  2. Supporting or endorsing capitalism.
  3. American.

noun

  1. The owner of a considerable amount of capital; a wealthy person.
  2. Someone whose wealth (capital) is invested in business ventures in order to return a profit.
  3. A person who is a supporter of capitalism.

Etymology

From capital + -ist. Calque of French capitaliste.

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