PoliticsAugust 19, 2026

conspiracist

kun-SPEER-uh-sist

Definition

A person who promotes or believes in conspiracy theories, especially those involving secret plots by powerful groups.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'conspirare' meaning 'to agree or plot together,' the word gained its modern suffix to denote a person who habitually indulges in or advances such theories.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe Mike Lindell, characterizing him by his belief in or promotion of discredited or fringe theories regarding political processes.

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