obamacon

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Meaning · English

A conservative (especially a Republican) who supports or supported the election of Barack Obama as president.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Kmiec has drawn attention because he is one of the nation's leading "Obamacons," conservatives who find Obama's call for a new approach to politics appealing.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “obamacon” mean?

A conservative (especially a Republican) who supports or supported the election of Barack Obama as president.

Is “obamacon” formal or informal?

obamacon is generally slang.