Antonyms for activists

Grammar : Noun

Spell : ak-tuh-vist

Phonetic Transcription : ˈæk tə vɪst

Definition of activists

Origin : "one who advocates a doctrine of direct action," 1915; from active + -ist. Originally in reference to political forces in Sweden advocating abandonment of neutrality in World War I and active support for the Central Powers.

As in lobbyist : noun special interest representative
As in militant : noun person who fights, is aggressive
As in zealot : noun enthusiast
As in tree hugger : noun environmentalist
As in propagandist : noun spreader of misinformation
As in protestor : noun objector
As in abolitionist : noun person wanting something ended
As in fanatic : noun person overenthusiastic about an interest

Example sentences :

We say we are activists, but often lack the spiritual force to act effectively.
Extract from : « An Interpretation of Friends Worship » by N. Jean Toomer

The last two centers are divided into several sections that specialize in the training of particular classes of activists.
Extract from : « Area Handbook for Romania » by Eugene K. Keefe, Donald W. Bernier, Lyle E. Brenneman, William Giloane, James M. Moore, and Neda A. Walpole

The Party also operated intermittently, as the need arose, political courses and study groups for its activists and propagandists.
Extract from : « Area Handbook for Albania » by Eugene K. Keefe

The point is proven by the naive misrepresentation of past events, facts, and figures through the activists of the movement.
Extract from : « The Civilization of Illiteracy » by Mihai Nadin

The Double V campaign against fascism abroad and racism at home achieved considerably less than the activists had hoped.
Extract from : « Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965 » by Morris J. MacGregor, Jr.

Synonyms for activists

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