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woke

adjective

Meaning

Aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues, especially concerning social justice and racial equality.

After reading several books on systemic racism, he became truly woke to the challenges faced by minority communities.
The younger generation is often described as more woke, demanding change on environmental and social issues.

Synonyms: aware, conscious, enlightened, socially aware

adjective

Pronunciation: /woʊk/

Aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues, especially concerning social justice and racial equality.

After reading several books on systemic racism, he became truly woke to the challenges faced by minority communities.
The younger generation is often described as more woke, demanding change on environmental and social issues.
She criticized the company for its 'woke washing,' claiming their diversity initiatives were just for show.

stay woke (idiom): Remain alert to social and political issues. — "Activists urged everyone to stay woke and continue fighting for equality."
go woke (collocation): To adopt progressive social policies or stances, often used critically. — "Some critics argue that certain brands 'go woke' just to appeal to a younger demographic."

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