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activism

noun

/ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

Meaning

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action.

advocacy, campaigning, involvement, engagement, agitation

apathy, indifference, passivity

political activism, social activism, environmental activism, grassroots activism

the seed-bearing part of a plant, often colorful and fragrant, that blossoms

A person who writes annals or records events year by year.

A hot, dry wind blowing from North Africa across the Mediterranean to southern Europe.

The state of having a great deal of money; wealth.

a great difference or inequality

A person holding a subordinate position; in the military, a junior officer.