prohibitionist Definition
a person who advocates or supports prohibition, especially of alcohol.
Using prohibitionist: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prohibitionist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The Prohibitionists were a political party in the US in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Example
He was a staunch prohibitionist and campaigned for the ban on alcohol sales in his state.
Example
The group of prohibitionists protested outside the liquor store.
prohibitionist Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for prohibitionist
- teetotaler
- dry
- abstainer
- temperance advocate
Summary: prohibitionist in Brief
A 'prohibitionist' [ˌprəʊhɪˈbɪʃənɪst] is someone who supports the prohibition of alcohol. The term is often used to describe members of the Prohibitionist political party in the US during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It can also refer to individuals who campaign for the ban on alcohol sales in their state or country.
