capitalism
Translation
capitalism
Examples
Capitalism encourages competition and innovation.
Capitalism encourages competition and innovation.
The country's economy is based on capitalism.
The country's economy is based on capitalism.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) an economic and political system Capitalism is an economic system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: free market, free enterprise; Antonyms: socialism, communism
Etymology
From 'capital' (wealth, stock), from Latin 'caput' (head), plus the suffix '-ism' denoting a system or doctrine.
Memory Tips
Think of 'capital' (money) + '-ism' (a system). It's an economic system based on private ownership of capital.