Commonwealth — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈkä-mən-ˌwelth/ com·mon·wealth

Meaning & Definition of Commonwealth

Commonwealth (noun)

  1. a nation, state, or other political unit
  2. one founded on law and united by compact or tacit agreement of the people for the common good
  3. one in which supreme authority is vested in the people

Commonwealth (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government

    "laws that will benefit all the citizens of the commonwealth"

    similar: country, land, nation, sovereignty, state
    related: city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, fatherland, homeland, motherland, great power, power, sea power, superpower, world power, welfare state

Related Entry: Protector (noun)

Protector is a different word from Commonwealth. The synonyms below are for protector, not for commonwealth.

  1. someone that protects

    "the quarterback counted on the right guard as his main protector"

    similar: custodian, defender, guard, guardian, guardian angel, protection
    related: bodyguard, champion, lookout, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watchdog, watchman, conserver, harborer, keeper, preserver, saver

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Commonwealth

The most common words with a similar meaning to Commonwealth:

country, land, nation, sovereignty, state

Related Words for Commonwealth

city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement

Origin & Etymology of Commonwealth

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Commonwealth

Commonwealth Day, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth, the Commonwealth

Frequently Asked Questions about Commonwealth

What does "Commonwealth" mean?

"Commonwealth" means a nation, state, or other political unit. As a noun, it is defined as: a nation, state, or other political unit.

What is another word for "Commonwealth"?

Other words for "Commonwealth" include country, land, nation, sovereignty and state. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Commonwealth" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Commonwealth"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Commonwealth". Common alternatives include country, land, nation, sovereignty and state.

How do you use "Commonwealth" in a sentence?

Examples of "Commonwealth" in a sentence: "laws that will benefit all the citizens of the commonwealth".

Is "Commonwealth" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Commonwealth" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Commonwealth"?

"Commonwealth" is pronounced /ˈkä-mən-ˌwelth/ and divided into syllables as com·mon·wealth.

What is the origin of the word "Commonwealth"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Commonwealth" meaning "a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government"?

When "Commonwealth" (noun) means a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government, synonyms include country, land, nation, sovereignty and state.