Feminist: meaning, definitions and examples
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feminist
[ ˈfɛmɪnɪst ]
gender equality
A person who believes in the social, political, and economic equality of the sexes. Feminists advocate for the rights of women and aim to challenge and change the societal norms and structures that perpetuate gender inequality.
Synonyms
equal rights supporter, gender equality activist, women's rights advocate
Examples of usage
- Feminists fight for equal pay for equal work.
- She is a strong feminist who stands up against gender discrimination.
- The feminist movement has made significant strides in promoting women's rights.
- Many feminists work towards ending violence against women.
- Being a feminist means supporting gender equality.
Translations
Translations of the word "feminist" in other languages:
🇵🇹 feminista
🇮🇳 नारीवादी
🇩🇪 Feministin
🇮🇩 feminis
🇺🇦 феміністка
🇵🇱 feministka
🇯🇵 フェミニスト
🇫🇷 féministe
🇪🇸 feminista
🇹🇷 feminist
🇰🇷 페미니스트
🇸🇦 نسوي
🇨🇿 feministka
🇸🇰 feministka
🇨🇳 女权主义者
🇸🇮 feministka
🇮🇸 femínisti
🇰🇿 феминист
🇬🇪 ფემინისტი
🇦🇿 feminist
🇲🇽 feminista
Etymology
The term 'feminist' emerged in the late 19th century, initially referring to women who sought political and legal rights, such as the right to vote. Over time, the feminist movement expanded to encompass broader goals of gender equality and challenging patriarchal systems. Feminism has evolved through various waves, each emphasizing different aspects of gender equality and women's rights. Today, feminism continues to be a prominent social and political movement advocating for equality for all genders.