Communist Party (Noun)
Meaning
A political party that actively advocates a communist form of government; in Communist countries it is the sole political party of the state.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The communist party was the dominant force in the country's government for over five decades, imposing strict controls on the economy and individual freedoms.
- He joined the communist party as a young man, drawn to its promise of a more equal society and an end to exploitation.
- In many countries, the communist party was seen as a radical alternative to traditional capitalist systems, attracting disaffected workers and intellectuals.
- The communist party's influence began to wane as the country transitioned to a more democratic system, allowing other parties to participate in the political process.
- After the revolution, the communist party seized control of the government, nationalizing key industries and redistributing land to peasants.