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communist

[/ˈkɒmjunɪst/]
noun/adjectivemasculine/femininepl: communists / comunistas
comunista
1. A person who believes in or supports communism, a political ideology advocating collective ownership of the means of production
He was a dedicated communist who worked for workers' rights.
Ele era um comunista dedicado que lutava pelos direitos dos trabalhadores.
2. Relating to or characteristic of communism or communists
The communist party gained influence in the region.
O partido comunista ganhou influência na região.
3. Advocating the abolition of private property and class distinctions
Communist ideology emphasized collective welfare over individual profit.
A ideologia comunista enfatizava o bem-estar coletivo sobre o lucro individual.
NYC Slang
red (derogatory slang from Cold War era)
Synonyms
socialistleftistredMarxist
Antonyms
capitalistright-wingerconservative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comunista
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
comunista
No regional variation
São Paulo
comunista
No regional variation
Portugal
comunista
Standard Portuguese usage; historically significant due to communist party presence

Related Idioms & Phrases

pinko (American slang for communist sympathizer)
red scare (fear of communist influence)
communist sympathizer
card-carrying communist
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