B2adjectivepoliticshistory
US/ˈsoʊ.ʃə.lɪst/
UK/ˈsəʊ.ʃə.lɪst/
based on the idea that wealth and industry should be shared or controlled by the community
In context
The country moved from a socialist economy to a market economy.
The socialist party promised free healthcare and higher taxes on the rich.
Critics call the plan socialist, but supporters see it as fair.
Words that go with socialist
adjective + noun
- socialist partyThe socialist party won the election.
- socialist economyA socialist economy relies on central planning.
- socialist stateThe socialist state owned most large factories.
- socialist governmentThe socialist government raised the minimum wage.
- socialist policyFree tuition is a socialist policy in some countries.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
social economyCorrect: socialist economy