far right

American  

[fahr rahyt] / ˈfɑr ˈraɪt /

noun

1. the area furthest away on the side opposite to where one's heart is (usually preceded by to , at , oron ).

   You can search for a specific item by typing it into the Search field at the far right of the screen.

2. none the far right or the Far Right

   1. the complex of individuals or organized groups holding the most conservative views in politics and social policy, opposed to political and social reform and often emphasizing nationalism and deregulation.

      To avoid defeat by the far right, she says, the rest of us must be willing to work with potential allies not in our own camp.

   2. the position occupied by these people on the political spectrum (often preceded by to oron ).

      At some point he migrated to the far right, and is now aligned with his country’s new anti-immigration party.

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Etymology

Origin of far right

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

I observed the left parties and protesters in France working toward a broad coalition in civil society that might stem the tide of the far right.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

France is gearing up for municipal elections this month, with a presidential candidate testing his popularity and the far right eyeing gains ahead of a crunch vote for the country's top job next year.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Robert Holzmann, Kocher’s immediate predecessor, was appointed by a coalition government that included the far right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

On that note: If you’re anywhere but the far right lane and a faster driver comes up on your tail, safely merge right so they can pass you.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Helen Griggs, seen at the far right, was Ernest’s secretary and the future Mrs. Glenn Seaborg.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik