Socialism Definition & Meaning

socialism
noun
  1. a political theory advocating state ownership of industry
  2. an economic system based on state ownership of capital

"Socialism" in song lyrics

See how socialism is used in real songs:

  • "Capitalism, uncivilized socialism"
    Aceyalone — I Can't Complain
  • "It's not socialism"
    Murs — Can it Be (Half a Million Dollars and 18 Months Later)
  • "utopian socialism"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "socialism"

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