as in to relate
to form a close personal relationship
after a week in the wilderness, the scouts were really starting to commune with nature
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of commune
Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
As tensions swell, various cast members sing a medley of slave work songs, blues tunes, and Negro spirituals, creating a tug of war between the past and present as the characters seek to commune with ancestral spirits.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
The recurring sets see artists from across the spectrum commune at the desk of former NPR host and producer Bob Boilen, performing their music without adornment.
—Matthew Ismael Ruiz, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for commune 
Verb
Filmed somewhere in a desert landscape, the video finds Musgraves communing with nature and all its earthly creations.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
As tensions swell, various cast members sing a medley of slave work songs, blues tunes, and Negro spirituals, creating a tug of war between the past and present as the characters seek to commune with ancestral spirits.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024
Noun
In her new book, Shallow looks back on her past — including her childhood on a Florida commune and her journey to TV stardom — and shares her path toward empowerment.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
The recurring sets see artists from across the spectrum commune at the desk of former NPR host and producer Bob Boilen, performing their music without adornment.
—Matthew Ismael Ruiz, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for commune
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commune
Verb
-
Sources with knowledge of the investigation told The Times officials were aware of the earlier fire and its general proximity to the starting point of the Palisades fire, and looking into whether they are related.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2025
-
In 2021 and 2022, there were 50 and 55 crashes, respectively, that were alcohol related, according to city data.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Nationwide, state and city officials have been making preparations for the inevitable immigration crackdown.—
Rosa Flores,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
-
California California’s largest cities, Los Angeles and San Francisco, have branded themselves as sanctuary cities for immigrants.—
Annabella Rosciglione,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
The two bonded over the bye week after butting heads a year ago.—
Brooks Kubena,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
-
Bottlenose dolphins are one of the more common dolphin species in the wild — the kind humans might encounter while boating — and do well with humans in settings like zoos where they become bonded with the staff.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
After a town burns, builders come in and construct new homes, which are typically more expensive.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN,
14 Jan. 2025
-
To round out the story told by his aunt, Hawkins talked to many people in the small Alabama town.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
The primary initial attack methodology revolves around your email, do not click attacks or phish-free threats alike.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
-
Keep your information safe: Never click on links or provide personal information in response to unsolicited texts. 5.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
In 2022, the mayor of Saint-Gervais, a French village on Mont Blanc’s lower slopes, proposed that thrill seekers pay a €15,000 (around $15,600) deposit before attempting Mont Blanc: €10,000 for rescue operation costs and €5,000 for funeral fees.—
Paul Hockenos,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Jan. 2025
-
With their village in ruins and no job opportunities, Mohamed was unable to provide for his family.—
UNICEF USA,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Historically nomadic herders, many Bedouins now reside in a constellation of cities and hamlets throughout southern Israel, some of which lack basic government services like running water and electricity.—
Aaron Boxerman,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2025
-
Archaeologists discovered numerous traces of the medieval hamlet, including cooking pots, storage vases, millstones used to grind grain, and carbonized remnants of cereal grains and legumes.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near commune
Cite this Entry
“Commune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commune. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share