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(e-man-ci-pa-tion-ist) 6 syllables

Definition

noun. a person who supports the freeing of slaves.

Example Sentence

She was an emancipationist who fought for the rights of enslaved people.

More Example Sentences

An emancipationist worked for justice.

Synonyms

abolitionist; liberator; freedom fighter

Antonyms

slaveholder; oppressor

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