Islamist

  1. Adjective.  Motivated by Islamic beliefs, particularly in the political sphere (e.g. a supporter of the introduction of sharia law).
  2. Adjective.  (dated) Relating to Islam, particularly orthodox Islam.
  3. Noun.  A person who espouses Islamic fundamentalist beliefs.
  4. Noun.  (''somewhat rare'') A person who specializes in Islamic studies.
  5. Noun.  (dated) A Muslim, particularly an orthodox Muslim.

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