Definition of "capitalist" in English

adjective

1. Of, or pertaining to, capitalism.

   • capitalist economy
   • capitalist countries

2. Supporting or endorsing capitalism.

3. (nonstandard, especially during the Cold War) American.

noun

1. The owner of a considerable amount of capital; a wealthy person.

2. Someone whose wealth (capital) is invested in business ventures in order to return a profit.

   • Near-synonyms: businessman, financier, industrialist

3. A person who is a supporter of capitalism.