Islamist

Is·lam·ism  (s-lämzm, z-, sl-, z-)

n.

1. An Islamic revivalist movement, often characterized by moral conservatism, literalism, and the attempt to implement Islamic values in all spheres of life.

2. The religious faith, principles, or cause of Islam.

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Is·lamist adj. & n.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	Islamist - a scholar who knowledgeable in Islamic studies bookman, scholar, scholarly person, student - a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
	2.	Islamist - an orthodox Muslim                   Islam, Muslimism - the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion; "Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia" Moslem, Muslim - a believer in or follower of Islam