grassroots vs indigenous

grassroots

adj
  • Of, or relating to people or society at the local level, particularly in politics, social movements, etc.; of the grass roots. 

indigenous

adj
  • In particular, of or relating to a people (or their language or culture) that inhabited a region prior to the arrival of people of other cultures which became dominant (e.g., through colonialism), and which maintains a distinct culture. 

  • Innate, inborn. 

  • Born or originating in, native to a land or region, especially before an intrusion. 

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