Synonyms of protectionist
3 similar words · 4 opposite words
Another word for protectionist is procontrol. Other synonyms of protectionist are protectionistic and illiberal.
Synonyms and similar words for protectionist
adjectiveOf or pertaining to protectionism, or an advocate thereof.
- protectionisticExhibiting or relating to protectionism.
- illiberal
- procontrolSynonym of protectionist: supportive of export controls over international trade, especially for political ends or to...
Opposite of protectionist
adjectiveMore antonyms
- nonprotectionistNot protectionist.
- liberal
- neoliberalIn accordance with, or subscribing to, neoliberalism.
- free-trade
Meaning of protectionist
- adjective Of or pertaining to protectionism, or an advocate thereof.
- noun Someone who believes in protecting domestic producers by impeding or limiting the importation of foreign goods and services via actions taken by government.
- noun A linguistic purist.
Questions about synonyms of protectionist
- What is another word for protectionist?
- Protectionist has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as procontrol, protectionistic and illiberal.
- What is the opposite of protectionist?
- The opposite of protectionist is nonprotectionist. Other antonyms of protectionist are liberal, neoliberal and free-trade.
- What does protectionist mean?
- Protectionist means of or pertaining to protectionism, or an advocate thereof.
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