🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

강경파

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ganggyeongpa

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Hardliner/ˈhɑːrdˌlaɪ.nər/
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"강경파는 타협을 거부했다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who holds uncompromising, extreme views, especially in politics.

    "The hardliner refused to negotiate any terms with the opposing party."
  2. 2

    A member of a political faction that advocates for strict adherence to a particular ideology or policy.

    "The hardliners within the party pushed for a more aggressive stance on foreign policy."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'hardliner' emerged in the late 20th century, combining 'hard' from Old English 'heard' meaning 'firm or strong' and 'liner' from 'line', indicating a person who adheres strictly to a particular line of thought or policy. It has evolved to describe individuals or groups that maintain strict, uncompromising positions, particularly in political contexts.

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