slacktivism

or slac·tiv·ism

[slak-tuh-viz-uh m]

noun

actions taken to bring about political or social change but requiring only minimal commitment, effort, or risk: students engaging in slacktivism by signing an online petition.

Origin of slacktivism

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

Related formsslack·tiv·ist, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for slacktivism

slacktivism

noun

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

Derived Formsslacktivist, noun

Word Origin for slacktivism

C21: a blend of slacker and activism

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