solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈder-ə-tē 

-ˈda-rə-

: unity (as of a group or class) that produces or is based on community of interests, objectives, and standards

Examples of solidarity in a Sentence

The vote was a show of solidarity.

Recent Examples on the Web

For those feeling grim about Milwaukee’s local music scene post-The Garage’s closure and no-play list fallout, look no further for artist solidarity than the library. — Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2026

The livestreamed trial captivated the nation and prompted an outcry of support for Clancy, with hundreds gathering outside of the courtroom in solidarity. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026

The track is one of Parton’s most popular hits and has resonated throughout the decades as a worker’s anthem of struggle and solidarity. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026

The sense of solidarity and resolve that Americans demonstrated in the months after 9/11 was powerful. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French solidarité, from solidaire characterized by solidarity, from Latin solidum whole sum, from neuter of solidus solid

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for solidarity

• angularity
• bipolarity
• capillarity
• cellularity
• circularity
• familiarity
• granularity
• insincerity
• insularity
• modularity
• osmolarity
• popularity

Kids Definition

solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsäl-ə-ˈdar-ət-ē 

: unity (as of a group) that produces or is based on shared interests and goals

Legal Definition

solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈdar-ə-tē 

in the civil law of Louisiana : the quality or state of being solidary : existence of a solidary obligation

will not presume solidarity