communism
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🇺🇸
/ˈkɑː.mjəˌnɪ.zəm/
🇬🇧
/ˈkɒm.jʊˌnɪ.zəm/
classless society
Etymology
'communism' originates from French, specifically the word 'communisme,' where 'commun' meant 'common' and '-isme' denoted a system or ideology.
'communisme' transformed into the English word 'communism' in the 19th century.
Initially, it meant 'a system of common ownership,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a political ideology advocating for a classless society.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a political and economic ideology advocating for a classless society in which all property and resources are communally owned, eliminating private ownership.
Communism was a dominant ideology in the 20th century.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 10:32