Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reservationist

noun
/ˌrɛzərˈveɪʃənɪst/
Definition
A person who believes in or advocates for the reservation of certain rights or privileges.
Examples
  • The senator is a well-known reservationist, often voicing concerns about international treaties.
  • As a reservationist, she argued that certain regulations should remain in place to protect local interests.
Meaning
Typically used in a political context, a reservationist is someone who supports maintaining specific rights or conditions rather than fully accepting a proposal or agreement.
Synonyms
  • advocate
  • proponent
  • defender
  • supporter