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activistic

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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.
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Adj.1.activisticactivistic - advocating or engaged in activism
activist
active - disposed to take action or effectuate change; "a director who takes an active interest in corporate operations"; "an active antagonism"; "he was active in drawing attention to their grievances"


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This beautiful book is both a key document on the Mentawai people of the island of Siberut off the southwest coast of Sumatra in the Indian Ocean and a model for more activistic cultural documentation.
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