counter revolutionist

/ˈkaʊntər ˌrɛvəˈluʃənɪst/
noun
  1. A person who opposes or tries to undo a revolution or major political change.
    • The government arrested several counter-revolutionists who plotted to restore the old regime.
    • The counter-revolutionist fled the country after the uprising failed.
    • In the history book, he was labeled a counter-revolutionist for his speeches against the new government.
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