commune

/ˈkɑːmjʊn/ /kəˈmuːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of people living together in the same place, especially with shared resources and often a shared system of government.

“The commune on the outskirts of town was known for its self-sufficiency and eco-friendly practices.”

2. verb

To live or work together in a commune, especially with a shared sense of purpose or ideals.

“The young couple decided to commune with nature by building an off-grid cabin in the woods.”

3. verb

To come together in a shared sense of purpose or feeling, often with a sense of unity or community.

“The crowd communed in a shared sense of outrage and frustration after the news broke.”

Synonyms

  • collective
  • community
  • cooperative

Antonyms

  • individualism
  • separation