Activist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæk.tɪ.vɪst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Activist is a noun meaning One who is politically active in the role of a citizen; especially, one who campaigns for change.
Meaning
One who is politically active in the role of a citizen; especially, one who campaigns for change.
More Meanings
- One who is conspicuously active in carrying out any occupational or professional functions.
- Behaving as an activist.
Example Sentences
Now GM has what may well be the most activist board ever.
The six activists will now face a retrial at Highbury Magistrates' Court, in front of a new judge.
Even in the area of free speech, Justice Harlan sometimes emerged as more activist than his brother
Gov. Chris Christie has long complained that New Jersey's Supreme Court is too liberal and too activist
Word Forms
- activists
Synonyms for activist
Depending on context, synonyms include active, militant, activistic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include active, militant, supporter, advocacy, radical, advocate.
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