collectivism

noun

col·​lec·​tiv·​ism kə-ˈlek-ti-ˌvi-zəm 

1

: a political or economic theory advocating collective control especially over production and distribution

also : a system marked by such control

2

: emphasis on collective rather than individual action or identity

collectivist

kə-ˈlek-ti-vist 

adjective or noun

collectivistic

kə-ˌlek-ti-ˈvi-stik 

adjective

collectivistically

kə-ˌlek-ti-ˈvi-sti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of collectivism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In summary, Chinese culture strongly influences workers in manufacturing, fostering values of respect for authority, dedication, and collectivism while also contributing to long working hours and a focus on family and societal obligations. —Dave Evans, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

Twenty years after superfluids were discovered, the American physicist Eugene Gross suggested (opens a new tab) that the same quantum collectivism could emerge in solids. —Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024

Latine culture — with its traditional gender roles, values of collectivism and familia, and the lingering effects of colonization — makes embracing kink extra challenging. —Bae Leche, refinery29.com, 3 Oct. 2024

This tendency has elements of both collectivism and individualism. —Jessica Dulong, CNN, 11 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French collectivisme, from collectif collective entry 1 + -isme -ism

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined at sense 1