manifesto
What does "manifesto" mean?
A manifesto is a public declaration of policy, goals, or intentions, typically issued by a political party, a movement, or a group of artists. The mental image is of a bold, printed document posted on a wall or distributed in a square, signaling a clear departure from the past and an urgent call to action for the future. While the term is rooted in political history, it is now frequently used in creative or professional contexts to describe a personal philosophy or a team's core principles. It carries a sense of gravity, conviction, and visionary thinking; using it implies you aren't just stating a preference, but laying out a fundamental framework for how things should be done.
"manifesto" in conversation
Discussing a new project
We need to define our team culture before we start coding.
We need to define our team culture before we start coding.
Agreed. Let’s draft a manifesto so everyone knows our core values.
Agreed. Let’s draft a manifesto so everyone knows our core values.
Used here to mean a set of guiding principles for a team.
Political debate
What is the central pillar of your party's platform?
What is the central pillar of your party's platform?
If you read our manifesto, you'll see education reform is our priority.
If you read our manifesto, you'll see education reform is our priority.
The classic political usage referring to a formal policy document.
"manifesto" in a sentence
The artist published a manifesto about the future of digital painting.
The artist published a manifesto about the future of digital painting.
The party's election manifesto outlines significant changes to the tax system.
The party's election manifesto outlines significant changes to the tax system.
Historically, many revolutionary movements have signaled their emergence through the issuance of a radical manifesto.
Historically, many revolutionary movements have signaled their emergence through the issuance of a radical manifesto.
