activist
gb/ˈæktɪvɪst/ us/ˈæktɪvɪst/
B1
English
~ 3000
aktivista
NOUN
B1
1
aktivista
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] is an activist for [cause]
The environmental activist organized a beach cleanup to raise awareness about plastic pollution.
A környezetvédő aktivista tengerparti szemétszedést szervezett, hogy felhívja a figyelmet a műanyagszennyezésre.
She became a well-known human rights activist after her work in refugee camps.
A menekülttáborokban végzett munkája után ismert emberi jogi aktivista lett.
Several activists protested outside the government building.
The student activists demanded changes to the university's policies.
An animal rights activist rescued injured wildlife after the storm.
Learner examples
The activist spoke about clean water.
Az aktivista a tiszta vízről beszélt.
He is an activist for animal rights.
Állatjogi aktivista.
Many activists walked in the march.
The activist wants better laws.
She works as an activist for peace.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'activist' with 'active', but 'activist' is always about working for a cause, not just being busy or energetic.
Meaning
Person promoting social or political change
Collocations
political activist
|human rights activist
|environmental activist
|student activist
|community activist
Synonyms
campaigner (Often used for someone working to promote a cause, especially in politics or social issues.)
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advocate (Emphasizes speaking or writing in favor of a cause rather than direct action.)
Antonyms
bystander (Refers to someone who does not take part in events or causes.)
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opponent (Refers to someone actively against the cause supported by the activist.)
Themes
politics
|society
|environment
|law
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Someone who works to change laws, rules, or ideas in society.
A person who takes action to support or oppose a social, political, environmental, or other cause, often as part of a campaign.
Grammar
Dictionary form
activist
IPA
GB/ˈæktɪvɪst/
US/ˈæktɪvɪst/
Syllables & stress
act - iv - ist (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (act)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: activist
- Plural: activists
Word family
Forms
activists
noun
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
proactive
adjective B2
activator
noun
Expressions
environmental activist
1/ɪnvˌaɪɹənmˈɛntəl ˈæktɪvɪst/
fixed phrase
Person protecting the environment
Someone who works to keep nature and the planet safe.
Examples
- The environmental activist planted trees in the city park.
- Environmental activists protested against the new oil pipeline.
human rights activist
1/hjˈumən ɹˈaɪts ˈæktɪvɪst/
fixed phrase
Person fighting for human rights
Someone who works to protect people's basic freedoms and rights.
Examples
- The human rights activist spoke at the United Nations.
- Human rights activists are calling for the release of political prisoners.
political activist
1/pəlˈɪtɪkəl ˈæktɪvɪst/
fixed phrase
Person seeking political reform
Someone who works to change politics or government.
Examples
- The political activist campaigned for fair elections.
- Many political activists use social media to share their message.