what is 'woke' slang for
Woke is a slang term that originated in the African-American community, gained traction on social media and has now permeated mainstream culture. In the vaguest terms, woke refers to an intangible level of awareness about community issues and social justice, but the specific meaning changes depending on the speaker. The Black Lives Matter movement is often credited with popularizing the term as a rallying cry for social justice.