slacktivism
or slac·tiv·ism
[ slak-tuh-viz-uh m ]
/ ˈslæk təˌvɪz əm /
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.
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Nearby words
slack-jawed, slack-key, slacken, slacker, slacks, slacktivism, slag, slag cement, slag down, slag heap, slaggy
Origin of slacktivism
Related forms
slack·tiv·ist, nounDictionary.com Unabridged
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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
slacktivist, nounWord Origin for slacktivism
C21: a blend of slacker and activism
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