civic enthusiasm

[/ˈsɪvɪk ɪnˈθjuːziæzəm/]
noun
entusiasmo cívico
1. passionate and energetic interest or support for community welfare, public participation, and civic duties
The civic enthusiasm of volunteers transformed the neighborhood cleanup into a major community event.
O entusiasmo cívico dos voluntários transformou a limpeza da vizinhança em um grande evento comunitário.
2. zealous commitment to participating in democratic processes and public affairs
The candidate's civic enthusiasm inspired young voters to register and participate in local elections.
O entusiasmo cívico do candidato inspirou jovens eleitores a se registrarem e participarem das eleições locais.
This term reflects values of democratic participation and community responsibility that are emphasized in both American and Brazilian civic education. In Brazil, civic enthusiasm is often expressed through volunteering, neighborhood associations (associações de moradores), and participation in local governance. In the US, it's commonly associated with voting rights, town halls, and community service organizations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
community spiritpublic spiritpatriotic zealcivic pridesocial commitmentdemocratic engagement
Antonyms / Antônimos
apathyindifferencedisengagementcivic neglectpolitical apathy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
entusiasmo cívico
standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
entusiasmo cívico / vontade de participar da comunidade
may be expressed more colloquially with emphasis on community participation
São Paulo
entusiasmo cívico / engajamento comunitário
often paired with 'engajamento' in business and municipal contexts
Portugal
entusiasmo cívico
same translation; may emphasize broader European civic traditions

Related Words

civic dutycommunity engagementpublic participationcitizenshipsocial responsibilitycivic virtue

Related Idioms & Phrases

civic-minded attitude
community spirit runs high
taking civic pride in one's neighborhood
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