Communist Party

American

noun

a political party advocating the principles of communism, especially as developed by Marx and Lenin.

Communist Party British

noun

(in non-Communist countries) a political party advocating Communism
(in Communist countries) the single official party of the state, composed of those who officially espouse Communism

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Etymology

Origin of Communist Party

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

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“The core strategy of the Cuban Communist Party is survival.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

This time he is expected to dine at the Great Hall of the People, an imposing structure off Tiananmen Square that hosts high-level gatherings of the Chinese Communist Party.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Importantly, the Communist Party maintains control over the ability to send capital outside the country.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

She will meet Saturday with Prime Minister Le Minh Hung as well as top leader To Lam, the Communist Party boss who last month also became president.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

Black pressured Gold to officially join the Communist Party.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin

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