How Do You Spell BOYCOTTING?

Pronunciation: [bˈɔ͡ɪkɒtɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "boycotting" is spelled with two Ts and two Ns, despite the fact that it may seem to be spelled with only one T in some instances. The correct pronunciation of the word can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), which would render the word as /ˈbɔɪkɒtɪŋ/. The final "t" sound is pronounced with emphasis, separated from the "ing" sound that follows it. This phonetic breakdown helps to clarify the spelling of the word and ensures that it is accurately pronounced.

BOYCOTTING Meaning and Definition

1. Boycotting is a concept that refers to the voluntary abstention or refusal to engage in economic, social, or political relations with a person, organization, or country. It is often a collective and deliberate action taken by individuals, communities, or groups to express dissent, protest, or opposition against perceived injustice, unfair policies, practices, or behaviors.

   The primary objective of boycotting is to exert pressure or influence towards the desired outcome by isolating the targeted entity. This can be achieved through various means, such as refusing to purchase goods or services offered by the entity, withdrawing support or cooperation, boycotting events or activities associated with it, or encouraging others to do the same.

   Boycotting can be driven by a variety of motivations, including human rights violations, labor rights issues, environmental concerns, political disputes, discriminatory practices, unethical behaviors, or other forms of perceived wrongdoing. It is often viewed as a nonviolent form of protest and a way for individuals or groups to exercise their freedom of expression.

   While boycotting is primarily associated with economic actions and consumer choices, it can also extend to other domains, such as academia, politics, cultural events, and sports. The success of a boycott is contingent upon the degree of participation and support it garners, as well as the impact it has on the targeted entity's reputation, economic stability, or ability to achieve its objectives.

Top Common Misspellings for BOYCOTTING *

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Other Common Misspellings for BOYCOTTING

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Etymology of BOYCOTTING

The word "boycotting" derives from the name of an Irish land agent named Charles Cunningham Boycott. The term was coined in 1880 during what became known as the Irish Land War. Boycott was responsible for evicting tenants who refused to pay their rents during a time of agricultural distress. As a result, the Irish Land League, a political organization that aimed to alleviate the grievances of Irish tenant farmers, initiated a social and economic ostracism of Boycott. Local communities refused to have any dealings with him, including refusing to work for him or sell him goods. The practice of collectively refusing to engage with someone or a business as a form of protest became known as "boycotting" in honor of Charles Boycott and his situation.

Similar spelling words for BOYCOTTING

• Boycotting,
• Booting,
• Boycotter,
• betting,
• batting,
• Blotting,
• boating,
• Boosting,
• boycott,
• jotting,
• coating,
• Boycotted,
• booking,
• cutting,
• Butting,
• boycotts.

Plural form of BOYCOTTING is BOYCOTTINGS

Conjugate verb Boycotting

CONDITIONAL

I would boycott

we would boycott

you would boycott

he/she/it would boycott

they would boycott

FUTURE

I will boycott

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have boycotted

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PAST

I boycotted

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I boycott

we boycott

you boycott

he/she/it boycotts

they boycott

PRESENT PERFECT

I have boycotted

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I am boycotting

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