Definition of Abolitionist

one who supports the elimination of practices or laws that are viewed as dangerous

Examples of Abolitionist in a sentence

The abolitionist is recruiting like-minded people who share her opposition to the pro-abortion laws.  🔊

Before the war split the nation in the 1800s, one of my ancestors was an abolitionist who gave his life to save runaway slaves.  🔊

My professor is an abolitionist who travels throughout the world speaking out against human rights violations.  🔊

Because the abolitionist is opposed to capital punishment, she frequently protests outside of legislative buildings.  🔊

Except for the lone abolitionist, everyone in the town supported slavery.  🔊

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