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English > 3 senses of the word Fabian / fabian:
ADJECTIVEpertFabianof or relating to Fabianism
allfabianusing cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition
NOUNperson Fabiana member of the Fabian Society in Britain
Fabian / fabian > pronunciation
Soundsfey'biyahn
RhymesAachen ... Zukerman: 2525 rhymes with ahn...
English > Fabian: 3 senses > adjective 1, pert
MeaningOf or relating to Fabianism.
NounsFabianismsocialism / socialism to be established by gradual reforms within the law
English > fabian: 3 senses > adjective 2
MeaningUsing cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation.
Example"a fabian policy"
Broadercautiousshowing careful forethought
English > Fabian: 3 senses > noun 1, person
MeaningA member of the Fabian Society in Britain.
Member ofFabian SocietyAn association of British socialists who advocate gradual reforms within the law leading to democratic socialism / socialism
BroadersocialistA political advocate of socialism / socialism