Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

entrist

noun
/ˈɛntrɪst/
Definition
A person who practices entryism, especially in a political context.
Examples
  • The entrist worked tirelessly to gain influence within the party.
  • Many saw him as an entrist, trying to reshape the organization’s core values.
  • As an entrist, her goal was to promote progressive policies through established political channels.
Meaning
Entryism is a strategy wherein individuals or groups join a larger organization to influence its policies from within, often without revealing their true intentions.
Synonyms
  • infiltrator
  • interloper
  • advocate