Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A person who takes action to promote or defend a particular cause, often involving social or political issues.
Activist
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The activist organized a community fundraiser for the shelter.An environmental activist spoke about climate policy reforms.Activists gathered at the town hall to discuss voting rights.
Etymology:
From Latin actus meaning act or deed and -ist a suffix denoting someone who engages in a practice or profession. First recorded use in English: 1915.
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