solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈder-ə-tē 

-ˈda-rə-

: unity (as of a group or class) that produces or is based on community of interests, objectives, and standards

Examples of solidarity in a Sentence

The vote was a show of solidarity.

Recent Examples on the Web

Events like Ball Without Billionaires seem to usher in a new chapter in activism – one in which solidarity might also be forged in stilettos. —Eileen G'sell, The Conversation, 8 June 2026

Amnesty International in Kenya expressed solidarity with the protesters and called for members of the public to be included in decisions affecting the country’s environmental heritage. —ABC News, 8 June 2026

One Senate candidate, Erik Murray of KCK, released a statement expressing solidarity with Parelkar and disappointment with the Johnson County Democrats. —Matthew Kelly updated June 7, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2026

Leo expressed gratitude for Spain’s adherence to international law and its commitment to peace and solidarity among nations. —Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 6 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

French solidarité, from solidaire characterized by solidarity, from Latin solidum whole sum, from neuter of solidus solid

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for solidarity

• angularity
• bipolarity
• capillarity
• cellularity
• circularity
• familiarity
• granularity
• insincerity
• insularity
• modularity
• osmolarity
• popularity

Kids Definition

solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsäl-ə-ˈdar-ət-ē 

: unity (as of a group) that produces or is based on shared interests and goals

Legal Definition

solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈdar-ə-tē 

in the civil law of Louisiana : the quality or state of being solidary : existence of a solidary obligation

will not presume solidarity