Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a mugwump, especially one who refuses to take sides or vote in a particular way.

“The independent candidate’s mugwumpian stance on the issue was seen as refreshing in an era of partisan politics.”

2. noun

a person who refuses to take sides or vote in a particular way, especially in politics.

“The mugwumpian voters in the town council meeting decided to abstain from voting on the contentious issue.”