noun
- people who believe in or support collectivism, the practice or principle of giving priority to a group over individuals
Usage: political/economic theory
Examples
- The collectivists argued that community needs should come before personal desires.
- Many collectivists support universal healthcare and public education.
- The debate between collectivists and individualists shaped the political campaign.
- Some collectivists believe that private property should be limited.
- The collectivists formed a coalition to promote cooperative businesses.
- Critics accused the collectivists of undermining personal freedom.