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 of teamwork

• 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

March 21 – April 19 What support would make teamwork easier now? —Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026

The partnership highlights the cultural values in football, such as teamwork, perseverance, discipline and sportsmanship. —Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026

Participants ranging from community groups to corporate teams, compete in races, promoting teamwork, fitness and cultural awareness. —Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026

This year's honoree of the Recording Academy and Grammy Museum's annual award celebrating American music teachers goes beyond teaching music, emphasizing the hard work, teamwork, and respect that shape every musical performance. —Luis Giraldo, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026

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