Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
activist
noun
/ˈak.tɪ.vɪst/
Definition
A person who actively campaigns for political, social, or environmental change.
Examples
- She is a climate activist fighting for environmental protection.
- The civil rights activist organized a peaceful protest.
- Activists often engage in community outreach to raise awareness.
Meaning
An activist works to promote or ensure aspects like equality, the environment, or civil rights by advocating for specific causes and taking action to bring about change.
Synonyms
- advocate
- campaigner
- crusader
- reformer
- agitator