united

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

Synonyms of united

• unanimous
• compatible

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The representative added that the Fever remained united around winning games and building its fan base before directing reporters back to basketball questions. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026

At conferences, in interviews and even off the record, NATO officials insist that whatever political disputes there may be between members, at the military level all are united. — Literary Hub, 30 July 2026

The result was a stronger workplace culture that emerged more united, focused and capable of navigating complexity and change. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Government response Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged the nation to remain united in the aftermath of the attack. — Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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