CO-ORDINATION Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

coordination

noun

(ˌ)kō-ˌȯr-də-ˈnā-shən

Definition of coordination

as in cooperation

the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole an operation requiring precise coordination among all branches of the armed forces

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

noncooperation

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of coordination The strength, coordination and athleticism required to catch that pass generated a level of scrutiny, admiration and celebration that few receptions have ever enjoyed. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026 Her partner is the head of the party's office for coordination with the government, Gustav Gellerbrant. — ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026 For now, China’s most mature capability appears to be the coordination of large numbers of similar drones. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026 Mrvan also requested that FERC work in coordination with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coordination

Recent Examples of Synonyms for coordination

Noun

At the separate meetings with Hun Sen and Hun Manet, Min Aung Hlaing emphasized that Myanmar was working to strengthen cooperation within ASEAN, MRTV said.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
At the forefront are Iran-India relations, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to highlight trade, connectivity, energy cooperation and regional developments.

— Kyra Colah, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

That’s where the constant collaboration with Daniel was critical.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Lockheed Martin said the collaboration will combine its work in quantum sensing and additive manufacturing with IBM’s capabilities in quantum computing and AI.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026