activism

noun

ac·​tiv·​ism ˈak-ti-ˌvi-zəm 

: a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue

political activism

environmental activism

Examples of activism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But now, in addition to crafting powerful riffs, the American guitar virtuoso also sings — on a new artistic project that combines rock and activism, alongside his 13-year-old son, Roman Morello. —Natalia Cano, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2025

That includes research presentations on hip-hop, identity and activism, interactive workshops in education and creative practice, and a freestyle dance battle. —Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025

While previous coverage had lamented the generation's absence from political protests, the surge of activism across the globe reflects how young people are challenging traditional power structures and politics, as well as redefining protest through digital connections. —Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025

Her activism sets her apart from other mainstream artists, fans say. —Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Aktivismus, from aktiv active entry 1 + -ismus -ism

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for activism

• autism
• fascism
• racism
• sikhism
• statism
• sufism
• thomism
• tourism
• tropism
• abolitionism
• aldosteronism
• americanism