redistributionist

noun re·dis·tri·bu·tion·ist \ (ˌ)rē-ˌdi-strə-ˈbyü-sh(ə-)nist \

|Updated on: 24 Jul 2018

Definition of redistributionist

: one who believes in or advocates a welfare state

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redistributionist

adjective

Recent Examples of redistributionist from the Web

That is more than a 'fair share' in anyone’s view—except the most wild redistributionists (some of whom, sadly, are candidates for office).

— sacbee, "Tax haircuts and concerts – or the rich? Californians consider the options," 9 July 2018

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