collectivism
|col/lec/tiv/ism|
C1
/kəˈlɛktɪˌvɪzəm/
group priority
Etymology
Etymology Information
'collectivism' originates from the French word 'collectivisme', where 'collectif' meant 'collective'.
Historical Evolution
'collectivisme' transformed into the English word 'collectivism' in the late 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the principle of collective control', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'group priority over individual'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the practice or principle of giving a group priority over each individual in it.
In collectivism, the needs of the community are considered more important than those of the individual.
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