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communities

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //kəmˈjunətiz// UK //kəmjˈuːnɪtˌiz// com·mu·ni·ties

n. groups of people who live in the same area or share the same interests and goals. You use this to talk about how people connect and support each other.

n. groups of people living in the same locality or sharing common interests, goals, or identities. Often used to describe social structures that provide a sense of belonging or mutual support.


SIMPLE

Local communities are working together to clean the park.

CONTEXTUAL

The city council is investing in new centers to help diverse communities share their cultural traditions.

COMPLEX

Digital platforms have allowed niche communities to flourish across international borders, enabling individuals with rare interests to find solidarity and exchange knowledge regardless of their physical location.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'community'; often used with adjectives like 'local', 'online', or 'scientific' to specify the group's focus.

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