Noun: communalism ku'myoo-nu,li-zum
- The practice of communal living and common ownership
"The hippie commune embraced communalism as a way of life"
- Loyalty and commitment to the interests of your own minority or ethnic group rather than to society as a whole
"The rise of communalism in the region led to increased tensions between different communities"
Derived forms: communalisms
Type of: allegiance, commitment, dedication, group action, loyalty
Encyclopedia: Communalism