Capitalism

Quick meaning: Capitalism is a noun meaning (politics, economics) A socio-economic system based on private ownership of resources, and capital and their exploitation for profit.

Meaning

(politics, economics) A socio-economic system based on private ownership of resources, and capital and their exploitation for profit.

Example Sentences

After the economic paralysis during the early years of the People's Republic, and after the chaos of the Cultural Revolution, the fresh though sometimes harsh wind of capitalism is blowing across this city's 2,388 square miles (6,185 square kilometers) with a socialist face. The motto of the Chinese national government "Become wealthy together!" has created a hectic atmosphere in Shanghai.

Word Forms

• capitalisms

Antonyms for capitalism

Common opposites include socialism.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include capitalist, capital, capitalization, capitalisation, free market, commercialism.

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