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activist

SayAK-ti-vist/ˈæk.tɪ.vɪst/

Pluralactivists

3 meanings of activist

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  1. 1
    nouncountable
    A person who works hard for political or social change, often through protests or campaigns.

    Like someone who keeps pushing on a heavy door until it finally opens.

    The young activist organized a march for clean water.

    Activists gathered outside the city hall to demand cheaper housing.

    Similarcampaigner, advocate, crusader, protester

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  2. 2
    adjective
    Acting in a bold way to push for change in politics or society.

    Like a player who won't stay on the bench but jumps in to change the game.

    She is known for her activist stance on housing rights.

    The group's activist tactics drew attention from local news.

    Similarinterventionist, militant

    Oppositerestrained, passive

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  3. 3
    nouncountable
    A person who is very active and energetic in doing their job or profession.

    Like the worker who never waits to be told but jumps on every task first.

    The new manager was a real activist, fixing problems no one else touched.

    She earned a reputation as an activist among the hospital staff, always first to volunteer.

    Similardoer, reformer

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Origin

From the word "active" plus the ending "-ist".