1. people who advocate for or support regionalism, especially the political or cultural interests of a particular region
Usage: plural form
2. artists, writers, or other creators who focus on depicting the characteristics, culture, or landscape of a specific region
Usage: plural form; arts and literature

Examples

• The regionalists argued for greater autonomy from the central government.
• Many regionalists opposed the new federal policies that would affect local industries.
• The art exhibition featured works by American regionalists from the 1930s.
• These regionalists captured the essence of rural Midwestern life in their paintings.
• Political regionalists often clash with those who favor national unity.
• The conference brought together regionalists from various parts of the country.
• Literary regionalists wrote stories that celebrated their local dialects and customs.