1. Plural of communalist; people who advocate for or practice communalism, a system based on shared ownership and collective decision-making.
Usage: Often used in political or social contexts; Can refer to members of intentional communities or communes
2. People who emphasize or prioritize the interests and identity of their own community or ethnic group.
Usage: Used in discussions of identity politics and social movements

Examples

• The communalists established a shared farm where all members contributed equally to the work.
• Early 20th-century communalists experimented with alternative living arrangements and collective governance.
• Some communalists argue that community welfare should take precedence over individual profit.
• The movement attracted various communalists seeking to build societies based on cooperation rather than competition.
• Political communalists often advocate for policies that strengthen local communities and collective decision-making.
• These communalists rejected traditional hierarchies in favor of consensus-based leadership.