What does grassroots mean?
Grassroots means Of, or relating to people or society at the local level, particularly in politics, social movements, etc.; of the grass roots..
Grassroots
/ˈɡɹɑːs.ɹuːts/ · adjective
Meaning
Of, or relating to people or society at the local level, particularly in politics, social movements, etc.; of the grass roots..
Example Sentences
If there’s a down side to the film, it’s that “Soros” probably doesn’t devote enough time to the way its subject has become a favorite bogeyman to conservatives that paint him as the guiding hand behind grassroots campaigns by those intent on discrediting them.
Synonyms for grassroots
Antonyms for grassroots
Related Words
Word Forms
- more grassroots
- most grassroots
- grass-roots
- grassroot
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for grassroots?
Common synonyms include common, basic.
What is the opposite of grassroots?
Possible antonyms include grass tops, Astroturf.
How do you use grassroots in a sentence?
If there’s a down side to the film, it’s that “Soros” probably doesn’t devote enough time to the way its subject has become a favorite bogeyman to conservatives that paint him as the guiding hand behind grassroots campaigns by those intent on discrediting them.
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