How to Pronounce "populist"
word
ˈpɑpjəɫəst
PAH-pyu-luhst
pˈɒpjʊlˌɪst
POP-yuh-lisst
Definition
A populist is a person, especially a politician, who claims to represent the interests of ordinary people, often by opposing elites or established groups. The word can also describe ideas and policies that are designed to appeal to or benefit the general public.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑpjəɫəst
British English
pˈɒpjʊlˌɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAH-pyu-luhst
UK
POP-yuh-lisst
Listen in Context
The populist promised to help the poor during the election.
Many people were attracted to the populist party's simple solutions.
A populist leader often speaks against the rich and powerful.
Some call her a populist because she criticizes the political elite.