Definition
continentalist
noun
- a person who advocates or supports continental unity, integration, or cooperation, especially among European nations.
Usage: often capitalized when referring to European political movements; chiefly historical or political
adjective
- of, relating to, or supporting continental unity or integration.
Usage: often capitalized in historical European contexts
Examples
- The continentalist movement gained momentum after World War II as European leaders sought to prevent future conflicts.
- She was a committed continentalist who believed in a unified European political structure.
- Continentalist policies emphasized cooperation over national sovereignty.
- The continentalist vision included a common market and shared institutions.
- Early continentalists faced opposition from those who prioritized national interests.
- His continentalist approach to governance influenced the formation of international organizations.