Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grass-roots
adjective
/ˈɡræs ruːts/
Definition
The most basic level of an organization or movement, particularly among the general populace.
Examples
- The grass-roots campaign mobilized the community to improve local schools.
- Many grass-roots organizations are focused on environmental issues.
- The movement gained traction through its grass-roots efforts.
Meaning
Grass-roots refers to the ordinary people in a society or organization, often involved in local movements or initiatives without the influence of leadership from higher authority.
Synonyms
- community-based
- local
- bottom-up
