united

adjective

unit·​ed yu̇-ˈnī-təd How to pronounce united (audio)
Synonyms of unitednext
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

Examples of united in a Sentence

a united campaign against drug abuse the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election
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But Araghchi reposted Ghalibaf’s statement on X and defended the assertion that Iran is united. Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 23 Apr. 2026 Other Iranian officials said on social media that the country was united. Jon Gambrell, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026 As for the discussion, Bush Hager remarked on the former presidents' united views on the future of the country. Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026 The astronauts have also talked about how Earth looks like one united place, rather than a globe marked by lines demarcating countries or other divisions. Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for united

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of united was circa 1552

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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/united. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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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

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