kollektivistisch
collectivist
Definition & meaning
The adjective kollektivistisch relates to the social, political, or economic theory of collectivism. It describes an approach or an ideology that emphasizes the priority of a group, community, or society over the individual.
In a political or economic context, it refers to systems where the means of production, distribution, and exchange are owned or regulated by the community as a whole rather than by individuals. In a sociological sense, it describes cultures or behaviors that prioritize social cohesion and group harmony over individualistic pursuit.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective that can be used attributively (e.g., eine kollektivistische Gesellschaft - a collectivist society) or predicatively (e.g., Dieses Handeln ist kollektivistisch - This action is collectivist).
- Word origin: The word is a loanword derived from the French collectiviste, which itself originates from the Latin collectivus (gathered together). The suffix -istisch is a common German adjectival suffix used to denote an "-istic" or "-ist" orientation towards a specific ideology or philosophy. The root is Kollektiv (collective), which entered the German language in the 19th century.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Viele Menschen bevorzugen eine kollektivistische Gesellschaft.adjective
Many people prefer a collectivist society.
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