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Communist

UK /["/ˈkɒmjənɪst/"]/US /["/ˈkɑːmjənɪst/"]/

Definition

connected with communism

In simple words: A person who supports a system where the government owns everything and shares it equally.

Examples

  • communist ideology
  • a Communist country/government/leader

Usage notes

Used in political discussions. It's formal and might not be appropriate in casual conversations. Context matters, as it can be sensitive or controversial.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'common' in 'communist' — imagine a community sharing everything equally.

Collocations

  • communist regime
  • communist party
  • communist ideology

Synonyms

  • Marxist
  • socialist
  • collectivist
  • leftist

Antonyms

  • capitalist
  • individualist

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'communism' which is the ideology, while 'communist' refers to the individual.
  • Omitting the context when used, leading to misunderstandings about political views.