The word "ultraroyalist" refers to someone who displays an extreme or excessive loyalty to a monarch. Its spelling consists of four syllables, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The first syllable is pronounced as "uhl-tra," with the "uh" sound represented by the IPA symbol /ʌ/. The second syllable is pronounced as "roy," with the "oy" sound represented by the IPA symbol /ɔɪ/. The last two syllables sound like "uh-list," with the "lis" sound represented by the IPA symbol /lɪst/.
An ultraroyalist is an individual who adheres to or supports an extreme form of royalism, a political ideology emphasizing absolute loyalty, reverence, and support for a monarch or royal family. This term is primarily applied to individuals who exhibit an intense devotion to monarchical rule, often to the extent of rejecting any form of political change or reform.
Ultraroyalists typically exhibit a rigid adherence to traditionalist values and societal norms associated with the monarchy. They advocate for the preservation of aristocratic privileges, hierarchical social structures, and the autocratic rule of a monarch, often defending these principles against any attempts at progression or democratization.
Historically, the term "ultraroyalist" gained prominence during the early 19th century in France. Following the French Revolution and the subsequent rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, ultraroyalists emerged as a reactionary movement, vehemently opposed to the principles of the revolution and advocating for the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy with absolute power.
Modern usage of the term generally refers to individuals or groups who share similar ideological characteristics, advocating for the supremacy of a monarchy or defending its authority above all other political systems. Ultraroyalism, often associated with conservatism and traditionalism, champions a society structured around monarchical power and privileges, resisting any societal or political changes that challenge established norms.
The word "ultraroyalist" is derived from two components: "ultra" and "royalist".
1. "Ultra": In this context, "ultra" serves as a prefix meaning "beyond" or "extreme". It comes from the Latin word "ultra", which translates to "beyond". The term began being used in the late 18th century in France to describe individuals who held extreme political views, often associated with conservatism and reactionism.
2. "Royalist": The term "royalist" refers to a person who is loyal or supportive of a monarch or monarchy. It comes from the word "royal", which originates from the Old French term "real" or "reial" and goes back to the Latin word "regalis", meaning "of a king".