What is another word for member of the Commonwealth?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛmbəɹ ɒvðə kˈɒmənwˌɛlθ] (IPA) 
The term "member of the Commonwealth" refers to countries that have a historical connection with Britain, and which have chosen to maintain diplomatic, political, and economic ties with one another. While the term member of the Commonwealth is widely used, there are a range of synonyms that can be employed to describe these nations, including Commonwealth countries, Commonwealth states, or simply members of the Commonwealth. Additionally, the term Commonwealth realm is used to describe countries that recognize the British monarch as their head of state. The Commonwealth includes countries from every continent, with a collective population of nearly 2.5 billion people, making it one of the largest political organizations in the world.
