civil society — The aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪvəl səˈsaɪəti/
Example Sentences
- The NGO is an important part of civil society that fights for environmental protection.
- My grandmother joined civil society by starting a neighborhood watch group to catch cookie thieves.
- Civil society organizations often bridge the gap between government and citizens.
civil society
NOUN[/ˈsɪvəl səˈsaɪəti/]
The aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens
The aggregate of non-governmental organizations and institutions that manifest interests and will of citizens
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term combines Latin 'civilis' (of or relating to citizens) and 'societas' (fellowship, association), developing into the concept of 'society of citizens'. The modern meaning was established during the 18th-century Enlightenment as a distinct sphere of voluntary association between the state and the individual.
Breakdown
civil (from Latin civilis, 'of citizens') + society (from Latin societas, 'fellowship, association'). Together they denote organized collective life organized by citizens independent of state authority.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The NGO is an important part of civil society that fights for environmental protection.”
“My grandmother joined civil society by starting a neighborhood watch group to catch cookie thieves.”
“Civil society organizations often bridge the gap between government and citizens.”
“The internet has revolutionized how civil society organizes protests and bake sales.”
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