commonality
Definition
Noun: 1. The state of sharing features or attributes: The condition of having qualities, characteristics, or interests in common with others. 2. (Formal) A shared feature or attribute: A point of similarity or a characteristic that is held jointly by multiple people or things. 3. (Historical/Social) The general populace; the common people as a group: A collective term for ordinary people, distinct from the nobility or clergy.
Usage and Examples
- Noun (Shared Feature):
- Despite their different cultures, a commonality between the two communities is a deep respect for elders.
- The study aimed to find a commonality in the behavioral patterns of the subjects.
- Noun (General Populace):
- (This usage is formal/archaic) The decree was issued for the benefit of the commonality.
Advanced Usage
- "Find commonality": To identify shared interests, experiences, or characteristics.
- The mediator helped the two parties find commonality to build a foundation for negotiation.
- "Point of commonality": A specific shared attribute or experience.
- Their love for jazz music was a key point of commonality that started their friendship.
Variants and Related Words
- Common (adj): Found or occurring often; shared by or belonging to two or more people.
- Commonalities (n, plural): Multiple shared features or attributes.
- The report listed several commonalities among successful startups.
- Commonalty (n): An archaic or formal variant, primarily used for the "general populace" meaning.
Synonyms
- Similarity: The state of being alike.
- Resemblance: The state of being similar in appearance or nature.
- Common ground: A basis of shared interest or agreement.
Antonyms
- Difference: A point or way in which people or things are dissimilar.
- Distinction: A difference or contrast between similar things or people.
Noun
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sharing of common attributes
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a class composed of persons lacking clerical or noble rank
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