1. a person who advocates or supports continental unity, integration, or cooperation, especially among European nations.
Usage: often capitalized when referring to European political movements; chiefly historical or political

1. of, relating to, or supporting continental unity or integration.
Usage: often capitalized in historical European contexts

Examples

• The continentalist movement gained momentum after World War II as European leaders sought to prevent future conflicts.
• She was a committed continentalist who believed in a unified European political structure.
• Continentalist policies emphasized cooperation over national sovereignty.
• The continentalist vision included a common market and shared institutions.
• Early continentalists faced opposition from those who prioritized national interests.
• His continentalist approach to governance influenced the formation of international organizations.