wokismo

/ˈwokismo/Loanword from Englishwokismo
woke culture or ideology

El wokismo ha generado mucho debate en las redes sociales.

Woke culture has generated a lot of debate on social media.


informal

A social and political movement that emphasizes progressive values such as social justice, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ rights, often associated with online activism and calls for systemic change.

Algunos críticos acusan al wokismo de ser demasiado polarizante.

Some critics accuse woke culture of being too polarizing.

The term is often used in both supportive and critical contexts, depending on political leanings.

Related Phrases

cancelarphrase
to publicly criticize or boycott someone for perceived offensive behavior

Pro Tip

Context Matters

The term 'wokismo' is highly contextual and can be used in both supportive and derogatory ways. Pay attention to the speaker's tone and political stance.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overgeneralization

The term is often used to describe a broad range of progressive ideas, but it's important to recognize that not all social justice movements are the same.

Word Origin

Derived from the English term 'woke,' which originally referred to being aware of social injustices, particularly racial and gender inequalities. The Spanish adaptation 'wokismo' has taken on broader political connotations.

Usage Notes

The term is often used in debates about social justice, identity politics, and online activism. It can carry both positive and negative connotations depending on the speaker's perspective.

Word Breakdown

woke
aware of social injustices
root
+
-ismo
ideology or movement
suffix
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