Environmental Activism Terms

9 words in this vocabulary list

noun a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue

  • Activism plays a crucial role in advocating for social change and justice.
  • Many people are getting involved in activism to make a difference in their communities.
  • I'm all about that activism life, fighting for what's right!
  • Her passion for activism was like a fire burning bright in her heart.

noun a person who campaigns for some kind of social change or political reform

adjective relating to or supporting activism

  • The activist organized a peaceful protest to raise awareness about climate change.
  • My friend is a passionate activist for animal rights.
  • That activist is always out there fighting the good fight.
  • She was an activist for change, always pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo.

noun the act of contributing

verb to give or supply for a common purpose or fund

  • The research study aims to investigate how various factors contribute to economic growth.
  • Everyone in the team needs to contribute their ideas for the project.
  • I'm always down to contribute to a good cause.
  • His dedication and hard work truly contribute to the success of the company.

noun a person or organization that gives or donates something, typically money or blood

  • The donor generously contributed a large sum of money towards the charity event.
  • The donor really came through with a big donation for the cause.
  • That donor is a real MVP for supporting the community like that.
  • The donor's kindness was like a ray of sunshine in a dark world.

noun a beautiful and colorful plant that is often used for decoration or given as a gift

  • The concept of flower power emerged during the 1960s as a symbol of nonviolent protest.
  • I love the hippie movement and all the flower power vibes it represents.
  • That music festival was full of flower power, man.
  • Her kindness and positivity are like a form of flower power that brightens everyone's day.

noun the action of striking or protesting by standing outside a place of work or other venue

verb to engage in the action of striking or protesting by standing outside a place of work or other venue

  • The union members were picketing outside the factory in protest of the unfair working conditions.
  • The workers were picketing outside the office, demanding better pay and benefits.
  • We're picketing the store because they messed up our orders one too many times.
  • The activists were picketing against government corruption, shining a light on the issues at hand.

noun excessive or fanatical devotion to a cause or belief

  • The zealotry of the group led to extreme actions that caused harm to innocent people.
  • His zealotry for the latest tech gadgets is unmatched by anyone I know.
  • Don't listen to the zealotry of those fanboys, make your own decision.
  • Her zealotry for justice burned like a fire within her, driving her to fight for what she believed in.

noun A genre of speculative fiction that deals with climate change and global warming

adjective Describing something related to or characteristic of the cli-fi genre

  • The academic community is increasingly studying the impact of cli-fi literature on public perception of climate change.
  • I love reading cli-fi novels because they make me think about the future of our planet.
  • Cli-fi movies are all the rage right now, especially among eco-conscious viewers.
  • The author uses cli-fi elements to create a dystopian world that mirrors our current environmental challenges.

noun a type of journalism that involves reporting on issues with a specific bias or agenda in order to promote a particular cause or viewpoint

  • Advocacy journalism is a type of journalism that involves reporting with an explicitly partisan viewpoint.
  • Advocacy journalism is when reporters openly support a particular cause or point of view.
  • Advocacy journalism is like when reporters have a bias and don't even try to hide it.
  • In the realm of media, advocacy journalism can be seen as a double-edged sword, as it can both inform and persuade.