slacktivism

or slac·tiv·ism

[ slak-tuh-viz-uhm ]

/ ˈslæk təˌvɪz əm /

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noun Sometimes Disparaging.

actions taken to endorse and promote political or social causes and movements, but involving only minimal commitment, effort, or risk: The students engage in slacktivism by joining civic groups but rarely participate in group projects.

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Origin of slacktivism

First recorded in 1995–2000; slack(er) + (ac)tivism

OTHER WORDS FROM slacktivism

slack·tiv·ist, noun

Words nearby slacktivism

slack-jawed, slack-key, slack off, slacks, slack suit, slacktivism, slack water, slag, slag cement, slag down, slaggy

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British Dictionary definitions for slacktivism

slacktivism

/ (ˈslæktɪˌvɪzəm) /

noun

the public proclaiming of one's political beliefs through activities that require little effort or commitment

Derived forms of slacktivism

slacktivist, noun

Word Origin for slacktivism

C21: a blend of slacker and activism

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