noun
- a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person
- a member of an armed resistance group fighting secretly against an occupying force
- a long-handled spear with a broad blade
Usage: alternative spelling of partisan
Usage: alternative spelling of partisan; historical
Usage: historical weapon; archaic
adjective
- showing strong and sometimes unfair support for one particular person, group, or idea
Usage: alternative spelling of partisan
Examples
- The partizan crowd cheered loudly for their team.
- She was accused of taking a partizan stance on the issue.
- The partizans fought bravely against the invading army.
- His partizan views made it difficult to have a balanced discussion.
- The museum displayed an ancient partizan used by medieval soldiers.
- The partizan resistance movement operated in secret.
- Critics called the report too partizan to be credible.