communism
Translation
communism
Examples
Communism is a political and economic ideology.
Communism is a political and economic ideology.
Grammar Patterns
((as a concept)) Communism The book discusses the history of communism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: socialism, Marxism; Antonyms: capitalism, individualism
Etymology
From French 'communisme', derived from 'commun' (common). The suffix '-ism' denotes a doctrine or theory. So, a theory of common ownership.
Memory Tips
Focus on the root 'common'. Communism is a system where property is held in 'common'.