non-governmental

Meanings

• noun

  An organization or group that is not part of a government and is usually funded by donations or membership fees.

  - "The Red Cross is a well-known non-governmental organization."
  - "Many non-governmental organizations focus on human rights and social issues."

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Antonyms

governmental

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Variants

List of all variants of non-governmental that leads to same result
nongovernmental

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Etymology

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The term 'non-governmental' comes from the Latin words 'non' meaning 'not' and 'gubernare' meaning 'to govern'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'non-governmental organization' was in 1834 in relation to the British and Foreign Bible Society.

2. As of 2021, there are over 16,000 recognized international NGOs.

3. The United Nations recognizes and works with over 3,000 NGOs in various capacities.

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Related Concepts

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1. NGO: Non-Governmental Organization, an organization that is not affiliated with any government.

2. Civil Society: A term used to describe the collective actions and organizations of individuals and groups outside of government and business.

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Culture

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Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have played a significant role in various social, environmental, and humanitarian causes throughout history. They provide an alternative platform for individuals and communities to voice their concerns and advocate for change.

How to Memorize "non-governmental"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people working together to address a social issue without the involvement of the government.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'non-governmental' with words like 'grassroots', 'community-based', and 'voluntary'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'NGO' to help remember the meaning of 'non-governmental'.

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