Feminazi vs. Feminism — What's the Difference?

Feminazi is a pejorative term for feminists which was popularized by politically conservative American radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh.

Feminism is a range of social movements, political movements, and ideologies that aim to define and establish the political, economic, personal, and social equality of the sexes. Feminism incorporates the position that societies prioritize the male point of view, and that women are treated unjustly within those societies.

Relating to a radical or militant feminist who is intolerant of opposing views or who seeks superiority of women over men.

Belief in or advocacy of women's social, political, and economic rights, especially with regard to equality of the sexes.

A radical or militant feminist who is intolerant of opposing views or who seeks female superiority over men.

The movement organized around this belief.

(obsolete) The state of being feminine; femininity.

A social theory or political movement which argues that legal and social restrictions on women must be removed in order to bring about equality of the sexes in all aspects of public and private life.

A doctrine that advocates equal rights for women

The movement aimed at equal rights for women