teamwork

noun

team·​work ˈtēm-ˌwərk 

: work done by a group acting together so that each member does a part that contributes to the efficiency of the whole

the crew's smoothly coordinated teamwork

Synonyms

• coordination
• cooperation

Examples of teamwork in a Sentence

They credit good teamwork for their success.

it takes teamwork to pull off a successful fund-raiser

Recent Examples on the Web

The game encouraged competitive streaks, teamwork, and plenty of giggles, with parents noting it was well constructed, self-contained, and easy to store or bring along to grandma’s house. —Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025

And this interbrain synchrony — which only occurs in certain brain areas, not the whole brain — seems to support things like teamwork. —Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 1 Oct. 2025

The Three of Pentacles highlights teamwork, support, and building something with others. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025

In this case, the player has responded positively to a coach for whom teamwork is non-negotiable. —Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for teamwork

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork

Kids Definition

teamwork

noun

team·​work ˈtēm-ˌwərk 

: the work or activity of a number of persons acting together as a team