Activista (en. Activist)

/aktiˈβista/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Person who fights for a social, political, or economic cause.
The activist dedicated his life to the defense of human rights.
El activista dedicó su vida a la defensa de los derechos humanos.
Individual who actively participates in demonstrations or protests.
The activists gathered to protest against pollution.
Los activistas se reunieron para protestar contra la contaminación.
Person who promotes social change through campaigns.
The activist organized a campaign to raise awareness about climate change.
El activista organizó una campaña para concienciar sobre el cambio climático.

Etymology

From the French 'activiste', which derives from 'activité', referring to action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Social activism
Action aimed at promoting changes in society.
activismo social
Civil rights
Rights guaranteed to individuals by law.
derechos civiles
Direct action
Method of protesting that involves action without intermediaries.
acción directa

Related Words

Movement
A group of people who share the same idea or cause.
movimiento
Campaign
Organized actions to achieve social or political change.
campaña
Protest
Public expression of disagreement with something.
protesta

Slang Meanings

People from the streets
They are the representatives of the people from the streets in the protest.
Ellos son los representes de la gente de la calle en la protesta.
Social fighter
He is a social fighter who does not give up in the face of injustice.
Es un luchador social que no se rinde ante la injusticia.