Generally a woman (though not always), who acts as an activist for Women's rights. There are three general types of feminists: Liberal, Socialist, and Radical
Feminism. Liberal Feminists generally garner the most support, and attempt to rectify injustices suffered by women through conventional means. Socialist Feminists are a more radical form of liberal feminist that believe only a Socialist/
Communist/Marxist revolution can truly stop gender inequality. Radical Feminists are extremely left wing, believing that only that the universal, surgical elimination of gender
may bring about gender equality.
Disclaimer: I am neither a female nor a feminist, simply someone wanting to give an unbiased
definition of a word with a lot of exaggeration on both sides of the fence.
Liberal Feminist:
Jenny, a liberal feminist, proudly supports her cause and frequently goes to rallies and protests.
Socialist Feminist: "DOWN WITH THE CAPITALIST EXPLOITATION OF WOMEN!" Shouts Molly, a Socialist Feminist.
Radical Feminist: "Only through the surgical elimination of
gender and the destruction of motherhood can all
people be truly equal!", says Paula, a Radical Feminist.