Word of the day · 15 May 2026
community
/kəˈmjuːnɪti/
noun
A group of people living in one place or sharing a common interest, identity or goal.
In a sentence
- The library became a hub for the neighborhood community.
- An online community swapped repair tips for old cameras.
- Flood recovery depended on community volunteers.
In an image
Origin
From Latin communitas (fellowship, shared public life), from communis (common).
History
Community once stressed neighbors who shared streets and duties. Online groups stretched the word to fans, patients and professions who may never meet in person. Policy writing uses it for stakeholders in a locale. The search spike reflects how often speakers need a softer word than crowd or market.
Nearby words
neighborhood · fellowship · public
People bound by place, practice or shared stake.