collectivism

[ kuh-lek-tuh-viz-uhm ]

noun

1. the political principle of centralized social and economic control, especially of all means of production.

collectivism

/ kəˈlɛktɪˌvɪzəm /

noun

1. the principle of ownership of the means of production, by the state or the people
2. a social system based on this principle

Derived Forms

• colˈlectivist, noun
• colˌlectiˈvistic, adjective

Other Words From

• col·lectiv·ist noun adjective
• col·lectiv·istic adjective
• col·lectiv·isti·cal·ly adverb
• noncol·lectiv·istic adjective
• procol·lectiv·ism noun
• procol·lectiv·ist adjective noun
• procol·lectiv·istic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of collectivism¹

1875–80; < French collectivisme; collective, -ism

Example Sentences

So it’s collectivism versus individualism, and playing those off each other was so fun to do in front of an audience deep in the heart of Texas.

From Los Angeles Times

While “Gasoline Rainbow” is a heady slice of pure, uncut youthful energy, it is also a portrait of collectivism, caretaking and a celebration of mutual aid.

From Los Angeles Times

Comedians know they have nurtured our individuality complex by spotlighting members of the crowd, but consider re-embracing collectivism — it sure alleviates a whole lot of pressure, on both them and us.

From Los Angeles Times

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent his army into Ukraine in 2022 in the expectation it would check Nato's expansion and weaken Western collectivism.

From BBC

The film’s message, Ms. Li said, promotes a type of collectivism that she rarely sees in Hollywood movies — and should send a signal to American producers.

From New York Times

Related Words

• socialism