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

Twitter activism does sometimes work! —Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Nov. 2025

It was legalized in 1997, but Beijing has sought to curb public exposure of LGBT organizations, art, and activism. —Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 17 Nov. 2025

Now settled in Maine, Charlotte is more isolated, and the opportunities for activism do not present themselves in the same ways. —Andrew McGowan, Variety, 17 Nov. 2025

Born and raised in Belém, co-creative directors Marco Normando and Emídio Contente are showcasing six pieces within the conference space, a display that blends art, sustainability, activism, and putting indigenous and local voices on the global stage. —Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 17 Nov. 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