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Wordabulary

movement

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

The act of moving, or an organized group of people working together toward a shared goal.

"The civil rights movement changed the course of the country's history."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

stillness

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The civil rights _____ changed the course of the country's history."

Answer: movement

In your own words, what does "movement" mean?

The act of moving, or an organized group of people working together toward a shared goal.

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