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diversionist

noun

Etymology

From diversion + -ist; first attested c. 1937.

  1. derived from divertō — “to divert”
  2. derived from diversiō
  3. inherited from diversion
  4. suffixed as diversionist — “diversion + ist”

Definitions

  1. One engaged in diversionary, disruptive, or subversive activities.

  2. A person who deviates politically.

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