Definitions for "Royalist"
An adherent of a king (as of Charles I. in England, or of the Bourbons in france); one attached to monarchical government.
Supporter of Charles I from 1640-49 and, following his execution, of his son Charles II. They are also called cavaliers, originally a derogatory name for the gallants who rallied to the King's cause. York represented a Royalist stronghold in the early days of the English Civil War. HISTORY.
A supporter of King Charles I against the Parliament during the English Civil War (1642-49).
an advocate of the principles of monarchy