communist
0 antonyms and opposites of communist, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A person who supports or advocates communism.
Etymology
From French communiste, from commun ("common") + -iste ("-ist").
Full origin of communist →Frequently asked questions
What does “communist” mean?
The word “communist” means a person who supports or advocates communism. In plain terms, someone who supports communism, or something related to that system.
How do you pronounce “communist”?
“Communist” is pronounced KOM-yuu-nihst (/ˈkɑ.mjə.nɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “communist” in a sentence?
Here is “communist” used in a sentence: “He was a lifelong communist and union organizer.”
What is another word for “communist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “communist” include red, pink, pinko, commie, commo and communazi.
What part of speech is “communist”?
Depending on how it is used, “communist” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “communist” come from?
The word “communist” comes from French. From French communiste, from commun ("common") + -iste ("-ist").
Is “communist” a common word?
“Communist” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “communist” have?
“Communist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who supports or advocates communism.
What is the difference between "communist" and "socialist"?
A "communist" supports communism, a system aiming for a classless society with communal ownership of property and no private ownership of the means of production. A "socialist" generally supports a broader range of systems where the community or state controls key resources, often while still allowing private property.
What is the difference between "communist" and "Marxist"?
A "Marxist" follows the economic and social theories of Karl Marx, which analyze class and history. A "communist" advocates putting a communal, classless economic system into practice; many communists are Marxists, but the two terms are not identical.
When is "Communist" capitalized?
"Communist" is capitalized when it refers to a specific political party or its members, such as the Communist Party. It is usually lowercase when describing the general ideology or a believer in it, as in "communist ideas."
What is the difference between "communist" and "communism"?
"Communism" is the ideology or system itself, an abstract noun, while "communist" is the person who supports it or an adjective describing something related to it. You might say "he studied communism" but "she is a communist."