commie
Commie (noun) means a communist, or someone suspected of communist sympathies (informal, often used disparagingly). Example: “During the Cold War, some Americans saw commies hiding around every corner.”
How to use commie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, often mocking or dismissive, word for a communist.
Informal and frequently used pejoratively — avoid in neutral or formal writing.
Word forms
more Commie comparative, commies plural, commies plural, commies plural, Commies plural, Commies plural, most Commie superlative
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During the Cold War, some Americans saw _____ hiding around every corner.
Etymology
A slangy shortening of "communist" with the diminutive suffix -ie.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for commie
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What does “commie” mean?
The word “commie” means a communist, or someone suspected of communist sympathies (informal, often used disparagingly). In plain terms, an informal, often mocking or dismissive, word for a communist.
How do you pronounce “commie”?
“Commie” is pronounced KO-mee (/ˈkɑ.mi/ in IPA).
How do you use “commie” in a sentence?
Here is “commie” used in a sentence: “During the Cold War, some Americans saw commies hiding around every corner.”
What is another word for “commie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “commie” include commo.
What part of speech is “commie”?
Depending on how it is used, “commie” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “commie” have?
“Commie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a communist, or someone suspected of communist sympathies (informal, often used disparagingly).