PINKOS Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

pinkos

noun

variants also pinkoes

plural of pinko

as in leftists

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Noun

Beijing’s new exit rules show the naivete of trying to work with the communists on pacing the frontier.

— Editorial Board, Washington Post, 18 Sep. 2026
Speakers blasted the opposing party as socialists and communists in speech after speech.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of communists

Noun

These included their overall assessment of the democratic socialists, the relatively new mayor Mamdani, and Ocasio-Cortez, the four-term congresswoman who hasn't ruled out a 2028 run for president.

— Terry Collins, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026
Speakers blasted the opposing party as socialists and communists in speech after speech.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of socialists

Noun

While exploring the property, guests may even spot the rose named in her honor—a fragrant hybrid tea with more than 100 petals in soft pinks and apricots.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
There are about 100 opaque, sheer, and special-effect shades (like pearlescent and metallic) to choose from, including pinks from sheer to neon, mauves, cherry red, and fun colors (navy, emerald, lavender) based on Olive & June’s best sellers.

— Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of pinks

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