Incivism refers to the act of showing indifference or neglect towards one's civic duties and responsibilities. Synonyms of incivism include apathy, disinterest, lack of concern, neglectfulness, disregard, and indifference. Other synonyms for incivism can be irresponsibility, non-participation, apathy, and passiveness. Ignorance, disregard, and inattention are also used to describe the behavior of someone who is an incivist. Such behavior is unacceptable in a society that requires active participation and responsible citizenship. To avoid these pitfalls, it is essential to be responsible and committed to upholding civic duties every time. One can do this by taking part in community activities, reporting cases of malfeasance, following public policies, and participating in voting processes.