noun
a person who adheres to the original intent or meaning of a constitution or statute
adjective
relating to or characteristic of an originalist
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The Originalist interpretation of the Constitution adheres strictly to the text and intentions of the framers.
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Some people who follow the Originalist approach believe the Constitution should be interpreted as it was originally written.
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Originalist thinkers are all about sticking to the old school rules of the Constitution.
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In a sea of evolving interpretations, the Originalist stands firm like a rock, holding onto the roots of the Constitution.