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

This letter serves to create shared understanding and solidarity in the face of this pressure from the Department of War. —Jennifer Elias,mackenzie Sigalos, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026

Her instinct is to stand by Andrew and show solidarity, regardless of the public backlash. —Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 2 Mar. 2026

The Islamist organization is responsible for the Red Sea crisis, having begun their attacks in November 2023 after the start of the Israel-Hamas war in solidarity with Palestinians. —Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 2 Mar. 2026

At the same time, smaller pro-government demonstrations emerged in parts of the United States and elsewhere, condemning the military strikes and expressing solidarity with Iran’s leadership. —Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 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