collectivism

noun
UK: /kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm/
US: /kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm/

  1. The idea that the needs of a group are more important than the needs of each person.

    1. Collectivism puts group needs first.
    2. The government's policies reflect a strong belief in collectivism over individual liberty.

  2. A political or economic system in which the government owns businesses and property.

    1. Collectivism can mean state control.
    2. Historical examples of collectivism include state-run farms and factories.

  3. The practice of prioritizing the common good or societal welfare above individual interests and freedoms.

    1. Collectivism is about shared goals.
    2. In contrast to individualism, collectivism emphasizes social harmony and cooperation.

Synonyms

communalism socialism communism statism

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "collectivism" in English means: The idea that the needs of a group are more important than the needs of each person., A political or economic system in which the government owns businesses and property., The practice of prioritizing the common good or societal welfare above individual interests and freedoms..

The phonetic transcription of "collectivism" is /kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm/ in British English and /kəˈlɛktɪvɪzəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "collectivism": communalism, socialism, communism, statism.

Example usage of "collectivism": "Collectivism puts group needs first.". More examples on the page.