commune
1 synonym for commune, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small community, often rural, whose members share property, work, and living costs.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A small community, often rural, whose members share property, work, and living costs.
“They spent a summer living on an artists' commune in the countryside.”
2. verb
To feel a close, often quiet, connection with something, especially nature or one's own thoughts.
“She liked to walk in the woods at dawn to commune with nature.”
Etymology
From Old French comune, from Latin communis ("common"). The word community comes from the same root.
Full origin of commune →Frequently asked questions
What does “commune” mean?
The word “commune” means a small community, often rural, whose members share property, work, and living costs. In plain terms, a shared living community (noun), or to connect deeply and quietly with something (verb).
How do you pronounce “commune”?
“Commune” is pronounced KOM-yoon (/ˈkɑmjuːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “commune” in a sentence?
Here is “commune” used in a sentence: “They spent a summer living on an artists' commune in the countryside.”
What part of speech is “commune”?
Depending on how it is used, “commune” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “commune” come from?
The word “commune” comes from Latin. From Old French comune, from Latin communis ("common"). The word community comes from the same root.
Is “commune” a common word?
“Commune” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “commune” have?
“Commune” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small community, often rural, whose members share property, work, and living costs.
