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synarchist

(1) one who combines anarchist political philosophy with less radical contemporary ideas, either to participate in mainstream electoral politics or to avoid appearing insane to uninitiated normies

(2) another term for anarcho-syndicalist

(1) Vaush might be a dyed-in-the-wool anarchist, but he tries to be a synarchist on his channel to reach a wider audience.

(2) As a political bloc, synarchists stand for solidarity, direct democracy, direct action, and worker self-management.

by prevailingwest July 27, 2021

11πŸ‘ 2πŸ‘Ž


gavulate

To give the appearance of being adamant or decisive, while really having no intention to "make good" on one's promises (or threats). Derived from the tradition of the jurisprudent's gavel in US courts, which is used in television dramas to silence a querulous courtroom -- the gavel, despite conveying the image of power and authority, has in itself no inherent power (and so often proves insufficient at restoring "order in the court" amidst the outbursts of some headstrong witness or defendant). Because the gesture is itself only performative, it relies entirely upon the fear and awe of the hearer in order to retain its power.

"Coach will always gavulate about the importance of 'fundamentals' in basketball. But let a 6'11" kid show up to tryouts and it won't matter whether he can even dribble a ball."

by prevailingwest September 30, 2021


bundigent

Not exactly what one meant.

Though his use of the phrase "self-defecating" was bundigent, people still understood.

by prevailingwest July 26, 2021


robert pin

The classy version of a bobby pin.

"This robert pin is made of 14k gold."

by prevailingwest November 17, 2021

4πŸ‘ 1πŸ‘Ž


sortition

The feeling of being prevented for doing what one is fated, or intended, to do.

As the real estate agent planted a "SOLD" sign in the yard, Miguel felt himself overcome by a wave of sortition.

by prevailingwest July 26, 2021


gynoskepticism

The cultured alternative to misogyny. Gynoskeptics, while actively rejecting hatred of women and discrimination on the basis of sex, cultivate a healthy skepticism of the culture surrounding neo-feminism and the idealized conception of woman originating in Western thought. Gynoskeptics do not denigrate or marginalize women on the basis of misogynistic canards, but they do acknowledge that, generally speaking, there are psychosocial differences between men and women which should be understood if the sexes are to live in (relative) harmony.

MGTOW, despite its flaws, can be a good entry point for individuals looking to mature into a prudent form of gynoskepticism.

by prevailingwest July 26, 2021


Jacobating

Prioritizing one's own cleverness over intellectual (or spiritual) growth and substance. Derived from the biblical figure of Jacob, who is portrayed as a trickster and reprobate in the earlier days of his life.

Instead of reading the assigned material, Robert employed the age-old practice of Jacobating in order to reach the minimum word count on his essay.

by prevailingwest July 26, 2021

21πŸ‘ 3πŸ‘Ž