Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hardliner

noun

/ˈhɑːrdˌlaɪnər/

Definition

A person who adheres strictly to a particular ideology or policy, often refusing to compromise.

Examples

The party’s hardliners opposed any form of compromise in the negotiations.
As a hardliner on national security, she believed in strict immigration policies.
His hardliner views have often put him at odds with more moderate members of the group.

Meaning

A hardliner is someone who takes a firm stance on an issue, typically advocating for strict adherence to rules or principles without consideration for negotiation or change.