ultraleft
/ʌl.trə.lɛft/
ADJECTIVE
1. Extremely left-wing or radically progressive
Characterized by political, social, or ideological positions that are far to the left, strongly favoring radical change or challenging established institutions and traditional systems.
1.1. Political ideology and policy
Describes political beliefs, movements, or policies that advocate far-left positions, radical reforms, or fundamental changes to existing political and economic structures.
Synonyms
- radical
- ultraradical
- extremist
- revolutionary
- ultraprogressive
- leftist
- left-wing
- progressive
Antonyms
- archconservative
- conservative
- ultraconservative
- reactionary
- traditional
- old-line
Examples
- The political party embraced an ultraleft ideology, advocating for progressive policies.
- The activist group was known for its ultraleft stance on social justice issues.
- The movement promoted ultraleft policies that called for fundamental changes to the economic system.
Related Words
- leftism
- radicalism
- socialism
- communism
- revolutionary politics
- political activism
- ideological change
1.2. Nonconventional and anti-establishment attitudes
Describes attitudes, viewpoints, or approaches that strongly reject conventional traditions, established institutions, and conservative social norms in favor of progressive or unconventional alternatives.
Synonyms
- anticonventional
- antiestablishment
- antitraditional
- nonconformist
- nonconservative
- nonconventional
- nonorthodox
- nontraditional
- unconventional
- unorthodox
- liberal
- broad-minded
Antonyms
- conventional
- conservative
- traditional
- traditionalistic
- orthodox
- old-fashioned
- old-school
- hidebound
Examples
- The magazine published articles written by ultraleft thinkers challenging mainstream narratives.
- The university hosted a panel discussion featuring ultraleft scholars exploring radical perspectives.
- The activist group adopted an ultraleft approach to challenging established social conventions.
Related Words
- nonconformity
- anti-establishment movement
- social reform
- progressivism
- cultural change
- alternative thinking