activism
intermediateB2/ˈæktɪvɪzəm/ · ac-tiv-ism
The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
Meanings
The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.
کسی سیاسی یا سماجی تبدیلی لانے کے لیے تیز رفتار مہم چلانے کی پالیسی یا عمل۔
فعالیت
fa'aliyat
Synonyms
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- environmental activism
- social activism
- political activism
Example Sentences
Her activism on climate change inspired many young people.
آب و ہوا کی تبدیلی پر ان کی فعالیت نے بہت سے نوجوانوں کو متاثر کیا۔
Aab-o-hawa ki tabdeeli par un ki fa'aliyat ne bohot se nojawanon ko mutasir kiya.
Activism for human rights is essential in today's society.
آج کے معاشرے میں انسانی حقوق کے لیے فعالیت بنیادی ہے۔
Aaj ke muashray mein insani haqooq ke liye fa'aliyat buniyadi hai.
Community activism can lead to significant changes in local policies.
کمیونٹی کی فعالیت مقامی پالیسیوں میں اہم تبدیلیاں لا سکتی ہے۔
Community ki fa'aliyat maqami policies mein aham tabdeeliyaan la sakti hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Remember 'active' in activism to think of people actively working for change.
Picture a group of people holding signs during a protest.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
ہم کو ان کی یاد بسا کر گزارا ہے، جو خوابوں کی حفاظت کے لیے لڑتے رہے۔
Hum ko un ki yaad basa kar guzara hai, jo khwabon ki hifazat ke liye ladte rahe.
We survive by cherishing their memories, who fought to protect dreams.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نیکی کا دروازہ ہمیشہ کھلا رہتا ہے۔
Neki ka darwaza hamesha khula rehta hai.
The door of goodness always remains open.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "activus" — active
First known use: 1960s
The term 'activism' originated in the late 20th century, primarily used to denote vigorous advocacy of political or social causes.