Redwashing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Redwashing is a noun meaning present participle and gerund of redwash.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of redwash.
More Meanings
- The practice of a state, organization, political party or company presenting itself as progressive and concerned about social equality and justice, in order to use this perception for public relations or economic gain.
Example Sentences
Redwashing is similar to greenwashing, but it encompasses social issues. It describes social contributions for which businesses are taking too much credit and for which they are getting more PR [public relations] out of than is really due.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include purplewashing, pinkwashing, greenwashing, wokewashing, sportswashing, recuperation.
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