Capitalistic: meaning, definitions and examples
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capitalistic
[ ˌkapɪtəˈlɪstɪk ]
economic system
Relating to or characterized by capitalism, an economic system in which private individuals own the means of production and operate them for profit.
Synonyms
entrepreneurial, market-oriented, profit-driven
Examples of usage
- Many argue that the capitalistic system promotes competition and innovation.
- Some believe that the capitalistic model leads to income inequality.
- In a capitalistic society, businesses are driven by the pursuit of profit.
attitude or behavior
Showing a strong belief in capitalism or its principles.
Synonyms
free-market oriented, pro-capitalist
Examples of usage
- He had a capitalistic approach to business, always focused on maximizing profits.
- Her capitalistic mindset made her successful in the competitive market.
Translations
Translations of the word "capitalistic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 capitalista
🇮🇳 पूंजीवादी (poonjivadi)
🇩🇪 kapitalistisch
🇮🇩 kapitalistik
🇺🇦 капіталістичний
🇵🇱 kapitalistyczny
🇯🇵 資本主義的 (shihonshugi-teki)
🇫🇷 capitaliste
🇪🇸 capitalista
🇹🇷 kapitalist
🇰🇷 자본주의의 (jabonjuui-ui)
🇸🇦 رأسمالي (ra'smali)
🇨🇿 kapitalistický
🇸🇰 kapitalistický
🇨🇳 资本主义的 (zīběn zhǔyì de)
🇸🇮 kapitalističen
🇮🇸 kapítalískur
🇰🇿 капиталистік
🇬🇪 კაპიტალისტური (kapitalist'uri)
🇦🇿 kapitalist
🇲🇽 capitalista
Etymology
The term 'capitalistic' emerged in the mid-19th century during the Industrial Revolution, as capitalism became a dominant economic system. It stems from the word 'capitalism,' which originated from the Latin word 'capitalis' meaning 'of the head,' referring to wealth. The concept of capitalism has evolved over time, with various interpretations and critiques from economists and scholars.
See also: capitalism, capitalist, capitalization, capitalized, capitalizing, undercapitalization.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,612, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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