irredentist
/ˌɪrɪˈdɛntɪst/
noun
- A person who supports or advocates for irredentism, the policy of reclaiming lost or related territory.
- The irredentist gave a passionate speech about reclaiming the ancestral homeland.
- Historians often describe him as a dedicated irredentist who never gave up on the territorial claim.
- The group of irredentists organized protests to demand the return of the disputed province.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or supporting the policy of irredentism.
- The irredentist movement gained popularity among people who felt their culture was divided by the border.
- His irredentist views were controversial and often criticized by neighboring countries.
- The newspaper published an article about the irredentist claims on the island territory.