feminism
nounmasculine/fɨ.miˈniʒ.mu/high
fe·mi·nis·mo
Definition
The advocacy of women's rights on the ground of the equality of the sexes.
Feminism has evolved to address intersectional issues of race and class.
She is a strong advocate for feminism and gender equality.
Common collocations
feminist movementhistory of feminismfeminist theorywave of feminism
Etymology
Do francês 'féminisme', derivado de 'femme' (mulher).