slacktivism
or slac·tiv·ism
[ slak-tuh-viz-uhm ]
nounSometimes 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.
Origin of slacktivism
1First recorded in 1995–2000; slack(er) + (ac)tivism
Other words from slacktivism
- slack·tiv·ist, noun
- See also clicktivism.
Words Nearby slacktivism
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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
Origin of slacktivism
1C21: a blend of slacker and activism
Derived forms of slacktivism
- slacktivist, noun
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