Woke
/woʊk/adjective★IntermediateLoanword from English Woke
informal
Being aware of and sensitive to social issues, particularly those related to racism and inequality.
Er ist sehr woke und setzt sich für die Rechte von Minderheiten ein.
He is very woke and advocates for minority rights.
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The term 'woke' originated in the African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and gained popularity on social media.
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woke culturewoke Kultur
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stay wokeidiom
stay alert and aware of social issues
📖Word Origin
The term 'woke' originated in the African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and gained popularity on social media.
📝Usage Notes
The term 'woke' is often used to describe individuals who are socially conscious and aware of issues related to racism and inequality.
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