williamite

/wɪljəmait/

Definitions

1. noun

A 17th-century English Christian movement that emerged during the reign of King James II, characterized by a strong emphasis on the divine right of kings and the authority of the Church of England.

“The williamite rebellion was a significant event in English history, highlighting the conflict between the monarch’s power and the rights of the people.”

Synonyms

  • jacobite
  • royalist

Antonyms

  • liberal
  • republican