noun
Uncommon
manifesto
man-ih-FEHS-toh
Manifesto (noun) means a public statement laying out a group's beliefs, goals, or plans, especially a political one. Example: “The party released its election manifesto ahead of the vote.”
noun
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A public statement laying out a group's beliefs, goals, or plans, especially a political one.
"The party released its election manifesto ahead of the vote."
"The students wrote a manifesto setting out what they wanted to change at the school."
"Her manifesto promised cleaner streets and more places to play."
How to use manifesto
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA written declaration of a group's aims and policies.
Common pairings
election manifesto
issue a manifesto
party manifesto
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Word forms
- Plural
- manifestos, manifestoes, manifesti
- Third person singular
- manifestos
- Past tense
- manifestoed
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Etymology
From Italian manifesto, from manifestare, "to make public," ultimately from the same Latin root as manifest.
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What does “manifesto” mean?
The word “manifesto” means a public statement laying out a group's beliefs, goals, or plans, especially a political one. In plain terms, a written declaration of a group's aims and policies.
How do you pronounce “manifesto”?
“Manifesto” is pronounced man-ih-FEHS-toh (/ˌmæn.əˈfɛs.toʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “manifesto” in a sentence?
Here is “manifesto” used in a sentence: “The party released its election manifesto ahead of the vote.”
What part of speech is “manifesto”?
“Manifesto” is a noun.
Where does the word “manifesto” come from?
The word “manifesto” comes from Latin. From Italian manifesto, from manifestare, "to make public," ultimately from the same Latin root as manifest.
Is “manifesto” a common word?
“Manifesto” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between a manifesto and a mission statement?
A manifesto is a public statement laying out a group's beliefs, goals, or plans, often with a political or ideological purpose, while a mission statement typically describes an organization's core purpose in a more general, ongoing way. Manifestos tend to be more assertive and are often tied to a specific movement or campaign.
Are manifestos always political?
Manifestos are especially associated with political parties and movements, but the term can also apply to public statements from artistic, social, or business groups outlining their beliefs, goals, or plans. The defining feature is a clear, public declaration of intent rather than the political subject matter alone.
What makes a good manifesto?
A good manifesto clearly lays out a group's core beliefs, goals, or plans in a way that is persuasive and easy to understand, often using bold or declarative language. It typically aims to rally support or communicate a vision to a wider audience.
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