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activism
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ac·tiv·ism  (kt-vzm)
n.
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]
n
(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: Politics
the attitude of taking an active part in events, especially in a social context. — activist, n.
See also: Society
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.activism - a policy of taking direct and militant action to achieve a political or social goalactivism - 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] Nactivismo m
activism [ˈæktɪvɪzəm] nactivisme m
political activism → activisme politique
environmental activism → militantisme m écologique
activism
nAktivismus m


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Byline: Habib Toumi Manama A prominent social activist has called for popular, parliamentary and official action to combat negative phenomena impacting Kuwaiti society.
Sanjay Kaul, president of the People's Action, a social activist group, said that there were different varieties of brinjal in India and introduction of the modified version wasn't necessary at this stage for a nation whose economy is primarily agriculture-based.
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