Definition

1. Noun:

   • A series of military operations with a specific objective: A planned set of activities, often military, designed to achieve a particular goal within a defined area and time.
   • An organized course of action for a social, political, or commercial purpose: A coordinated series of efforts, such as advertising or activism, intended to achieve a specific result, like winning an election or promoting a cause.

2. Verb:

   • To engage in a series of organized activities to achieve a goal: To work in an active and concerted way toward a particular objective, such as running for office or advocating for change.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:

  • The general planned a new military campaign. (A series of coordinated battles.)
  • She led a successful campaign to become mayor. (An organized effort to win an election.)
  • The charity launched a fundraising campaign. (A coordinated effort to collect money.)

• Verb:

  • He decided to campaign for a seat in parliament. (To work actively to get elected.)
  • Activists campaign tirelessly for environmental protection. (To work vigorously to promote a cause.)

Advanced Usage

• "to be on campaign": to be actively engaged in a series of operations or efforts.

  • The soldiers were on campaign for several months.

• "to campaign against/for something": to work actively in opposition to or in support of a cause.

  • The group campaigns against plastic pollution.

Variants and Related Words

• Campaigner (n): A person who campaigns, especially in politics or for a social cause.

  • She is a veteran campaigner for human rights.

• Campaigning (n/adj): The act of taking part in a campaign.

  • The campaigning season is in full swing.

Synonyms

• Drive: A vigorous effort to achieve a purpose.
• Crusade: A vigorous movement for a cause, often with moral or religious fervor.
• Operation: A coordinated military action or a planned activity.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Campaign for: To actively support or work to achieve something.

  • She is campaigning for better healthcare.

• Campaign against: To actively oppose something.

  • They are campaigning against the new law.

Related Idioms

• To wage a campaign: To carry on or engage in a campaign.

  • The organization waged a long campaign for justice.

• A smear campaign: A plan to damage someone's reputation by spreading false or malicious accusations.

  • The politician was a victim of a vicious smear campaign.

Noun

1. an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa)
2. several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints)
3. a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
   • he supported populist campaigns
   • they worked in the cause of world peace
   • the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
   • the movement to end slavery
   • contributed to the war effort
4. a race between candidates for elective office
   • I managed his campaign for governor
   • he is raising money for a Senate run

Verb

1. go on a campaign; go off to war
2. exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for
   • The liberal party pushed for reforms
   • She is crusading for women's rights
   • The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate
3. run, stand, or compete for an office or a position
   • Who's running for treasurer this year?