Community Development Terms

noun the common good or welfare of a community

adjective related to the common good or welfare of a community

• The government's primary focus should be on promoting the commonweal of its citizens.
• It's important for everyone to work together for the common good.
• Let's all pitch in for the greater good of the community.
• The commonweal is like a garden that must be tended to by all members of society.

verb to give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life and claiming their rights

• The new policies have empowered employees to make decisions independently.
• She felt empowered after receiving recognition for her hard work.
• Once she found her passion, she was totally empowered to chase her dreams.
• The superhero's cape symbolized the power that empowered him to save the city.

noun a custom or belief characteristic of a particular locality or region

• Localism is the principle of investing in and supporting local businesses and communities.
• Many people in our town believe in localism and try to shop at small, locally-owned stores.
• I'm all about that localism life - supporting my neighborhood shops and restaurants.
• In a world dominated by big corporations, localism is like a breath of fresh air, focusing on community connections and relationships.

adjective describing a person or place that is not protected or covered from the elements

adverb used to modify a verb, adjective, or other adverb to indicate time, manner, degree, or cause

• The unsheltered population in the city has been increasing steadily over the past few years.
• It's heartbreaking to see so many unsheltered individuals living on the streets.
• Those unsheltered folks really need our help to get back on their feet.
• Her emotions were left unsheltered, exposed for all to see.

noun a small community or group of houses in a rural area, typically smaller than a town

• The village council met to discuss important matters affecting the community.
• The village is having a potluck this weekend, wanna come?
• That village is lit, they throw the best parties!
• In the global village of today, information travels faster than ever before.

noun A residential area or suburb inhabited primarily by people who commute to work in the city or urban center nearby.

• The town is considered a bedroom community, with many residents commuting to the nearby city for work.
• Our neighborhood is basically a bedroom community - everyone works in the city and just sleeps here.
• I live in a bedroom community, but I love it because it's quiet and safe.
• In a way, the small town acts as a bedroom community for the bustling city, providing a peaceful retreat for its residents.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

interjection a word or phrase that expresses emotion or exclamation

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite (e.g., 'a', 'an', 'the')

• In the world of design, the principle of 'small is beautiful' is often emphasized for its elegance and efficiency.
• I always prefer a small and cozy house over a big one - you know, small is beautiful!
• I'm all about that 'small is beautiful' life - less is more, you know?
• When it comes to relationships, I believe in the saying 'small is beautiful' - quality over quantity.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'sector' is a noun as it refers to a specific area or division of society or the economy.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'third' is an adjective as it describes the position or order of the sector in relation to others.

article A word that specifies a noun as definite (the) or indefinite (a/an). In this case, 'the' is an article that specifies the specific sector being referred to.

• The third sector plays a crucial role in providing social services and support to marginalized communities.
• Have you heard about the third sector? It's all about non-profit organizations and charities.
• The third sector is where all the do-gooders hang out.
• In the grand scheme of society, the third sector is like the unsung hero quietly making a difference.