politikate
Politikate is a neologism used in political theory and digital culture studies to describe the practice of enacting political ideas through everyday behavior rather than through formal institutions alone. The term has appeared in scattered scholarly and journalistic writings since the early 21st century, particularly in analyses of online discourse, social practices, and civic life.
Etymology and range of meanings are not standardized. Some writers treat politikate as a verb meaning to
Usage and contexts. In academic discussions, politikate is used to examine how individuals perform political identity
Critique and limitations. As a relatively new and informal term, politikate risks vague boundaries and inconsistent
See also: political participation, civic engagement, performativity, digital activism.