The doctrine that land and capital should be owned by society collectively or as a whole; communism.
The principles or system of ownership and control of the means of production and distribution by the people collectively. (also see Socialism)
A philosophy that teaches the place of the individual is in service the the greater society, and that society's needs come first. Although this philosophy has much to offer in terms of the value of responsibility and loyalty, it is somewhat lacking in concern for individual rights and personal dignity. Reference Section 2.10
An erroneous concept of anthropomorphizing individual rights to groups such as society or the public. Illogical basis for social organizations such as democracies, socialism, fascism, communism, or any collective. Opposite of individual freedom, individual rights, the free market, and limited constitutional republics.
A philosophy of life stressing the priority of group needs over individual needs, a preference for tightly knit social relationships, and a willingness to submit to the influence of one's group.
A cultural orientation in which interdependence, cooperation, and social harmony take priority over personal goals.
a social system where individuals are subject to the will of a group
A cultural pattern in which people are considered to be fundamentally interdependent and obligations within one's family and immediate community are emphasized. Many of the societies of Latin America, and most of the cultures of Asia and Africa, are collectivist. See also individualism.