noun a person who adheres to the original intent or meaning of a constitution or statute
adjective relating to or characteristic of an originalist
Originalists interpret the Constitution based on the original meaning of the text at the time it was written.
Originalists believe in adhering to the original intent of the framers of a constitution or law.
Originalists advocate for a strict interpretation of the law as it was understood when it was enacted.
Originalists argue that the Constitution should be interpreted according to the original understanding of its provisions.
An originalist writer may focus on interpreting texts or works in their original form, without imposing modern interpretations or perspectives.
An originalist historian may strive to understand historical events or documents in the context of the time period in which they occurred, rather than through a contemporary lens.
In the field of law, an originalist legal scholar may advocate for interpreting the Constitution or statutes based on their original meaning at the time they were written, rather than applying contemporary interpretations.
An originalist judge may adhere to a strict interpretation of the law based on the original intent of the framers or legislators, rather than incorporating modern societal values or norms.
An originalist political scientist may analyze political theories or systems based on the original intentions of the theorists or founders, rather than applying contemporary perspectives.