What does being ‘woke’ mean?

Published Jan 5, 2016

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You've probably seen the word “woke” being used on Twitter and find yourself confused by what it means.

According to Urban Dictionary, “Woke” refers to being in a state of awareness: “Being Woke means being aware.. Knowing whats going on in the community” specifically relating to racism and social injustice.

Woke Twitter is an extension of that awareness.

It is a platform for Twitter users to chastise, reprimand and criticise those who often make sexist, racial, homophobic and classist remarks.

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