Activism: meaning, definitions and examples
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activism
[ ˈæktɪvɪzəm ]
social change
Activism is the policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
Synonyms
advocacy, campaigning, protest
Examples of usage
- Her activism made a real difference in the community.
- The group is known for its environmental activism.
civil rights
Activism refers to efforts to promote, impede, direct, or intervene in social, political, economic, or environmental reform with the desire to make changes in society.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- His activism for civil rights has inspired many.
- She has been involved in activism for years.
Translations
Translations of the word "activism" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ativismo
🇮🇳 सक्रियतावाद
🇩🇪 Aktivismus
🇮🇩 aktivisme
🇺🇦 активізм
🇵🇱 aktywizacja
🇯🇵 アクティビズム
🇫🇷 activisme
🇪🇸 activismo
🇹🇷 aktivizm
🇰🇷 행동주의
🇸🇦 النشاطية
🇨🇿 aktivismus
🇸🇰 aktivizmus
🇨🇳 激进主义
🇸🇮 aktivizem
🇮🇸 aktívismi
🇰🇿 белсенділік
🇬🇪 აქტივიზმი
🇦🇿 aktivizm
🇲🇽 activismo
Word origin
The term 'activism' dates back to the mid-20th century, originally derived from the word 'active' with the suffix '-ism'. It gained popularity during the civil rights movements and social revolutions of the 1960s and 1970s. Activism plays a crucial role in advocating for change and challenging the status quo in various aspects of society.
See also: activewear, activist, inactive, inactively, proactive.