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Climate activism
UK //ˈklaɪmət ˈæktɪvɪzəm//US //ˈklaɪmət ˈæktɪvɪzəm//
Definition
Efforts and actions taken to combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
In simple words: Working to protect the environment and fight climate change.
Examples
- Many young people are engaged in climate activism to raise awareness.
- Climate activism has gained momentum in recent years due to increasing awareness of global warming.
- The climate activism movement spans across countries, uniting people for a common cause.
- Through climate activism, individuals advocate for policies that reduce carbon emissions.
- She participated in climate activism by organizing local clean-up events.
Usage notes
Commonly used in discussions about environmental issues. Appropriate for both formal and informal contexts. Can imply a sense of urgency.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun phrase
Memory hint
Think of climate as weather; activism means taking action for it!
Collocations
- join climate activism
- promote climate activism
- support climate activism
- engage in climate activism
- youth climate activism
Synonyms
- environmental activism
- green activism
- ecological activism
- climate advocacy
- sustainability advocacy
Common mistakes
- Confused with general environmentalism.
- Using it in contexts unrelated to climate change.
- Spelling errors, such as 'climate actvism.'