conscientization

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Contents

1 English
- 1.1 Etymology
- 1.2 Noun
  - 1.2.1 Synonyms
  - 1.2.2 Related terms

English[edit]

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Conscientization

Etymology[edit]

Portuguese conscientização

Noun[edit]

conscientization (uncountable)

(sociology, education) A social concept, grounded in Marxist critical theory, that focuses on achieving an in-depth understanding of the world, allowing for the perception and exposure of perceived social and political contradictions.

Synonyms[edit]

critical consciousness

Related terms[edit]

conscientize

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