Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

young-turk

noun

/jʌŋ tɜrk/

Definition

A young Turk is a member of a group of young people who are seen as progressive and reformist, often challenging the older generations in politics or professional settings.

Examples

As a young Turk in the office, she introduced innovative ideas that transformed the workflow.
The young Turks of today are often at the forefront of social change and activism.

Meaning

The term originally referred to a group of reformers in the late Ottoman Empire but has since evolved to describe young, ambitious individuals who want to bring about change.