united

1 of 2

adjective

unit·​ed yu̇-ˈnī-təd 

1

: made one : combined

2

: relating to or produced by joint action

a united effort

3

: being in agreement : harmonious

a united family

unitedly adverb

united

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of unite entry 1

Synonyms of united

Adjective

• unanimous
• compatible

Examples of united in a Sentence

Adjective

a united campaign against drug abuse

the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Helldivers will land on the same weekend as a united Universal event film and UA/Amazon MGM Studios/Amblin’s internet horror feature The Mandela Catalogue. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026

The pope, who spoke out against the US war in Iran, also wants a more united Europe, a stronger European Union and stronger international cooperation. — Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026

This new holiday will henceforth honor one of our finest and most cherished national characteristics—our ability to live and work together, men and women of all national origins, as one united and progressive nation. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Sep. 2026

Congress swiftly passes a resolution to uphold the civil rights of Muslims and Arabs, urging Americans to remain united. — Reshma Memon Yaqub, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing united

• united front

Rhymes for united

• affrighted
• alighted
• benighted
• delighted
• excited
• farsighted
• highlighted
• ignited
• incited
• indicted
• invited
• nearsighted

Kids Definition

united

adjective

unit·​ed

yu̇-ˈnīt-əd

1

: made one : combined

2

: relating to or produced by joint action

a united drive against drug abuse

3

: being in agreement : harmonious

a united family

unitedly adverb