mass movement

noun

1. an organized effort by a large number of people, especially those not forming part of the elite of a given society, to bring about pervasive changes in existing social, economic, or political institutions, frequently characterized by charismatic leadership.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mass movement¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

And this influence extends also to the climate system: it's the mass movement of water that helps disperse heat energy around the globe.

From BBC

"We're trying to build a mass movement of strong, able-bodied, capable guys," he said.

From BBC

He said the organiser who spoke to the BBC was "talking about building a mass movement, so this isn’t about small numbers".

From BBC

Yet I believe the United States is ripe for a heart-centered mass movement.

From Los Angeles Times

In modern times, it takes a mass movement.

From Salon