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ac·tiv·ism (

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The use of direct, often confrontational action, such as a demonstration or strike, in opposition to or support of a cause.

ac·tiv·istic adj.

activism [ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm]

(Government, Politics & Diplomacy) a policy of taking direct and often militant action to achieve an end, esp a political or social one

activist n

activism

the attitude of taking an active part in events, especially in a social context. — activist, n.

See also: Society

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Noun

activism - a policy of taking direct and militant action to achieve a political or social goal

policy - a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group; "it was a policy of retribution"; "a politician keeps changing his policies"

activism

noun action, force, exertion He believed in political activism to achieve justice.

Translations

activism [ˈæktɪvɪzəm] N → activismo m

activism [ˈæktɪvɪzəm] n → activisme m
political activism → activisme politique
environmental activism → militantisme m Ã©cologique

activism

n → Aktivismus m

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activism (redirected from Political activist)

activism
(redirected from Political activist)