Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

entryist

noun
/ˈɛntriɪst/
Definition
A person who infiltrates an organization or political party to influence its policies and direction from within.
Examples
  • As an entryist, she aimed to reshape the party’s policies to align more closely with her beliefs.
  • The entryist movement within the organization sparked debate among its members.
Meaning
The practice of entering an organization to gain control or to influence its activities, typically used in a political context.
Synonyms
  • Infiltrator
  • Manipulator