1. people who are not communists or do not support communist ideology
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The coalition included both noncommunists and former party members.
• Many noncommunists supported democratic reforms in Eastern Europe.
• The government sought to build bridges between communists and noncommunists.
• Noncommunists were often excluded from key positions during the Cold War.
• The opposition movement attracted noncommunists from various political backgrounds.
• Trade unions included both communists and noncommunists among their leadership.