clicktivism

click·tiv·ism

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Definitions of clicktivism word

noun clicktivism a policy of using the internet to take direct and often militant action to achieve a political or social aim 3
noun clicktivism the use of the Internet to organize and promote political or social causes and movements, as through postings on social media, email campaigns, and online petitions: Does clicktivism add to or subtract from real activism? 1
noun clicktivism (Informal) (derogatory) half-hearted activism on the Internet, lacking actual engagement with the real-world issues. 0

before 2005

One of the 1% newest English words

First recorded in 2005-10; click1 + (ac)tivism

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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