Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
challenge the status quo
phrase
/ˈtʃælɪndʒ ði ˈsteɪtəs kwoʊ/
Definition
To question or confront the existing state of affairs or accepted norms.
Examples
- Many artists challenge the status quo through their innovative work.
- Activism is often about challenging the status quo in pursuit of social change.
- He decided to challenge the status quo by proposing new ideas in the company meeting.
Meaning
To take action that goes against established practices or ideologies in order to bring about change or improvement.
Synonyms
- disrupt the norm
- call into question
- oppose conventional wisdom
- rebel against tradition
