How to Pronounce Abolitionist

To pronounce "abolitionist", say AB-ol-it-ion-ist — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌæ.bə.ˈlɪʃ.n̩.ɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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Letters

/ˌæ.bə.ˈlɪʃ.n̩.ɪst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “abolitionist”

"abolitionist" has 5 syllables: ab-ol-it-ion-ist. It rhymes with exhibitionist and nutritionist, if that helps it stick.

What does abolitionist mean?

noun

  1. A person who favors the abolition of any particular institution or practice.
  2. A person who favored or advocated the abolition of slavery.

adjective

  1. In favor of the abolition of slavery.

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Words that rhyme with abolitionist

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exhibitionistnutritionist

Related words

emancipationistabolitionliberatoremancipatorreformistabolitionaryabolitionisticantislave

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abolitionist"?▾

"Abolitionist" has 5 syllables: ab · ol · it · ion · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "abolitionist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abolitionist" is /ˌæ.bə.ˈlɪʃ.n̩.ɪst/.

What does "abolitionist" mean?▾

Abolitionist: A person who favors the abolition of any particular institution or practice.

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