communist
word
Definition
A communist is a person who supports communism, a political and economic system in which property and resources are meant to be shared by society rather than privately owned. It can also refer more specifically to a member of a Communist Party.
Usage & Nuances
This word is strongly political and can be neutral, descriptive, or insulting depending on context and tone. It is used both for political belief ('He is a communist') and party membership ('a Communist leader'); the capitalized form often refers to a specific party or state ideology.
Example Sentences
His grandfather was a communist in his youth.
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She read a book about a famous communist leader.
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Some people called him a communist, but he denied it.
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Back then, anyone who asked for major reforms got labeled a communist.
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He’s not a communist—people just throw that word around too easily.
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In that debate, he avoided saying whether he still considered himself a communist.
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