Gift economy is a term used to describe an economic system where goods and services are exchanged without the use of money. Synonyms for gift economy include "sharing economy," "collaborative economy," and "peer economy." These terms all refer to the same concept, where people share their resources, skills, and time for the common good. Other related terms include "circular economy," "sustainability economy," and "regenerative economy." Gift economy has become increasingly popular as people look for alternative ways to live their lives and interact with each other, with many communities opting for this model as a way of creating a more equitable, sustainable and peaceful society.