Definition

A person who regularly uses the Internet and participates in online communities.

Example

As a netizen, she often shares her thoughts on social media and engages in online discussions.

Conversation

Have you seen how many comments that post got from netizens?

Yeah, it’s crazy! The discussion just keeps going.

I love how engaged netizens can be on social media.

Totally! It really shows how passionate people are about different topics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Netizen → It is formed from "net" (short for internet, derived from "network" meaning interconnected system) and "citizen" (from Old French "citoyen", meaning a member of a city or community). The word "netizen" refers to a citizen of the internet, someone who participates in online communities.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'citizen' who is part of the 'net' — a netizen is someone who actively engages in the online world.

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