royalist

This term carries a strong political and historical weight, often evoking images of civil wars or revolutions where a society is split between traditional authority and democratic or republican movements. It implies a commitment to legitimacy, tradition, and the established order of a crown. While it can be used as a neutral descriptor of political affiliation, it often takes on a partisan tone depending on the speaker's perspective on monarchy. In historical contexts, it specifically identifies those who fought for or supported the reigning sovereign against insurgents.