right wing

noun

plural right wings

1

: the segment of a political group that calls for greater adherence to conservatism (see conservatism sense 1b)

the right wing of the Republican Party

2

: political parties and individuals who support or promote political conservatism

sometimes, specifically : such parties and individuals who are deeply opposed to social liberalism

right-wing

ˈrīt-ˈwiŋ 

-ˌwiŋ

adjective

right-wing politics

right-winger

ˈrīt-ˈwiŋ-ər 

ˌrīt-

noun

plural right-wingers

the party's right-wingers

Examples of right wing in a Sentence

His nomination is supported by the party's left wing but opposed by the right wing.

Recent Examples on the Web

On the Republican side, former news anchor Alford is being challenged by political newcomers Heather Shelton, a realtor, and Scott Vincent Vera, who identifies himself as part of the right wing of the Republican Party. — Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026

The Argentinian won Madrid’s first penalty after driving in from the right wing, beating two defenders before being brought down. — Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 25 July 2026

With elections looming in October, Israel’s right wing is turning the push to rebuild Jewish settlements in Gaza into a central issue of their campaign. — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

Among them is right wing Lamine Yamal, who turned 19 this week. — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for right wing

• bowstring
• coiling
• downswing
• drawstring
• forewing
• hamstring
• lapwing
• mainspring
• offspring
• plaything
• shoestring
• texting