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Jeffersonian

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Jef·fer·so·ni·an  (jfr-sn-n)
adj.
Of, relating to, or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his political attitudes and theories.
n.
A follower of Thomas Jefferson or a proponent of his politics.
Jeffer·soni·an·ism n.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.Jeffersonian - a follower of Thomas Jefferson or his ideas and principles
follower - a person who accepts the leadership of another
Adj.1.Jeffersonian - relating to or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his principles or theories; "Jeffersonian democracy"


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