community
10 synonyms and 2 antonyms for community, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A group of people who live in the same area, or who share interests, background, or identity.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use community
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French communité, from Latin communitas ("community, fellowship"), from communis ("common").
Full origin of community →Frequently asked questions
What does “community” mean?
The word “community” means a group of people who live in the same area, or who share interests, background, or identity. In plain terms, a group connected by location, shared interests, or identity.
How do you pronounce “community”?
“Community” is pronounced kuh-MYOO-nih-tee (/k(ə)ˈmju.nə.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “community” in a sentence?
Here is “community” used in a sentence: “The whole community turned out to help rebuild the school.”
What is the opposite of “community”?
The opposite of “community” — its antonyms — are anticommunity and noncommunity.
What part of speech is “community”?
“Community” is a noun.
Where does the word “community” come from?
The word “community” comes from Latin. From Old French communité, from Latin communitas ("community, fellowship"), from communis ("common").
Is “community” a common word?
“Community” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “community” have?
“Community” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of people who live in the same area, or who share interests, background, or identity.
What is the difference between a community and a society?
A community is usually smaller and united by something shared — a place, an interest, a background, or an identity — and often feels personal. A society is larger and more organized, referring to all the people living under shared institutions and laws. Every society contains many overlapping communities.
What are the types of community?
Communities generally fall into a few kinds: geographic communities based on where people live, such as a town or neighborhood; interest communities built around a shared hobby or profession; and identity communities formed around culture, faith, or background. Online communities, connected by the internet rather than place, are increasingly common too.
Why is community important?
Community gives people a sense of belonging, support, and shared purpose. It offers help in hard times, friendship, and a way to achieve together what individuals cannot alone. Strong communities improve safety, well-being, and trust, and they help pass on values, traditions, and knowledge from one generation to the next.
What is an example of a community?
A village where neighbors know one another is a community, as is a group of gamers who meet online, a congregation at a place of worship, or a network of scientists who share research. Each is bound together by a common place, interest, or identity.