PoliticsJuly 8, 2026
globalist
/ˈɡloʊ.bəl.ɪst/
Definition
A derogatory label used by nationalists to describe individuals or politicians who support international cooperation, free trade, and open borders over national sovereignty.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'globus' (spherical mass or whole) combined with the suffix '-ist' denoting an adherent or advocate. It evolved in contemporary political discourse to describe those who favor global integration over local or national policy.
In the news
In this article, Marine Le Pen uses the term dismissively to characterize her political rival, Emmanuel Macron, framing him as someone who prioritizes international interests over the specific needs of the French people.
Will Le Pen rise again? French nationalist leader defiant after court's ruling
Read the full article ↗BBC