Collectivist

usgb/kəˈlektɪvɪst/
adjective

Favoring or trying to develop a system where everything is owned or controlled by the whole society, not by individuals.

Her political stance is collectivist, she believes in common ownership of the means of production.
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Often appears as...

  • collectivist approach
  • collectivist society

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Political Alignment

Often relates to left-wing politics advocating for shared resources and responsibilities.

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The party's collectivist values encourage community-driven initiatives.
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Contrasts Individualism

Understanding individualism helps grasp collectivist views, which emphasize group goals over personal ones.

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Her collectivist views oppose the individualistic focus on personal wealth.
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Cultural Context

Collectivist principles are more common in some cultures, like in many Asian societies.

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In his collectivist culture, family decisions are made together.
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