Masculist is a term used to describe someone who promotes and defends the rights and interests of men. However, there are several synonyms for the word masculist that can be used interchangeably. These synonyms include men's rights advocate, male activist, pro-male activist, male rights defender, and male empowerment advocate. These terms all have similar meanings to masculist, and individuals who identify with this movement may prefer to use one of these alternative terms instead of masculist. Regardless of the term used, the goal of the movement is to address issues facing men and promote gender equality.