radical right

noun

1. the faction representing extreme right-wing political views; ultraconservatives; reactionaries.

Other Words From

• radical rightism noun
• radical rightist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of radical right¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

If it goes to the Republicans, we will have a rough couple of years, with executive and judicial confirmations facing rocky roads — and a radical right Supreme Court that will do its best to cripple executive action, its immunity decision notwithstanding.

From Salon

The most effective attack you can launch against the radical right is to quote them accurately.

From Salon

“The radical right channels anti-establishment feelings,” he told the BBC.

From BBC

“TikTok and Instagram lend themselves to the type of messages that the radical right wants to spread,” says Dave Sinardet.

From BBC

“The message of European radical right is very similar to the message of Donald Trump,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times