Communism
(noun)
- A political theory or system in which property and resources are owned and controlled by the community as a whole.
- A political movement or system based on this theory.
Origin:
From the latin word "communis" meaning "common" or "shared" and the french word "communisme".
Examples:
- Communism is a political theory that advocates for the collective ownership and control of property and resources.
- Communism is the idea of a classless society where everyone works together for the benefit of all.
- The Soviet Union is a country that was based on the principles of communism.
- The communist party was the only legally permitted political party in many countries.
- Many people believe that communism is an economic system that leads to inefficiency and lack of incentives.