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

Their experiences show the limits of legal protections, but also the power of networks, solidarity and collective resistance in the face of institutional secrecy. —Kate Kenny, The Conversation, 15 Dec. 2025

An account run by Rabbi Yossi Levetrov and Dina Levetrov stood in solidarity and ensured the event would continue. —Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 14 Dec. 2025

One day, Howard also donned the makeup as a show of solidarity to Carrey, directing in costume for a whole day. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2025

The vigil was held to show solidarity, resist intimidation and affirm that Milwaukee communities will not be divided or silenced, according to organizers. —Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 11 Dec. 2025

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