Definition

A smaller group that is part of a larger community, often sharing specific interests or characteristics.

Example

The environmental subcommunity organized a clean-up event in the park.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new subcommunity that formed around the book club?

Yeah, I read about it online! It sounds like a great way for people to connect.

I think it's cool how they focus on specific genres within the larger community.

Definitely! It makes discussions more interesting when everyone shares similar interests.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subcommunity → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "community" (from Latin "communis", meaning common or shared). The word "subcommunity" refers to a smaller community that exists within a larger community, indicating a group that is part of a larger whole.

Memory Tip

Think of a smaller group that exists 'under' ('sub-') a larger group that shares common interests or characteristics — that's what a subcommunity is.

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