COLLABORATION Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

collaboration

noun

Definition of collaboration

as in partnership

the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) a documentary film on the battle that was produced in collaboration with a society of historical reenactors

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Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in coordination

the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole our collaboration produced a better result than any of us could have achieved alone

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

noncooperation

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of collaboration The Elf Experience will offer a range of merchandise, such as apparel, accessories, toys, treats and artist collaborations. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026 The sculpture came about through a collaboration between the Sigg Art Foundation, Pantheon Art, and Fonderia Artistica Battaglia in Milan. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 That collaboration could eventually extend across bedding and apparel, but no finished product has been announced. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 It is being awarded in collaboration with Crystal Bridges in Bentonville, Arkansas. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 17 Sep. 2026 The title is a horror game made in collaboration with Jordan Peele which features a cast including Sophia Lillis and Hunter Schafer. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for collaboration

Noun

The Athletic reported in May that it was estimated the Betway partnership would be worth in excess of £18m, among the highest of its kind in football in terms of a single partner.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
This marks the continuation of the long-standing partnership, which is continually evolving in line with the changing requirements of the maritime environment, according to a press release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of partnership

Noun

The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team's efforts to get information.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
The party has always ruled out any cooperation with the far-right — refusing to consider entering into a coalition government with the AfD or using votes from its lawmakers to get legislation passed.

— Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

Later’s 2026 research on Gen-Z creator ROI found that trust and authentic creator relationships matter more to conversions than simply maximizing reach, while over-scripting creators can undermine that trust.

— Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Taylor Swift's history at Chiefs games Arrowhead Stadium played a major role in Swift and Kelce's relationship becoming public.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

Lee Ann Rawlins Williams does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
Opponents outnumbered supporters across races, gender, age ranges and political affiliation, according to the Elon poll.

— Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of affiliation

Noun

The programs are also part of a broader strategy for VIFF’s Institute for the Moving Image, which aims to eventually extend the festival’s support for filmmakers seeking funding and industry connections to year-round.

— Katherine Brodsky, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
Tariffs imposed on Canadian imports now extend to hockey equipment, potentially increasing the cost of playing the very sport that perhaps best symbolizes the cultural connection between the two countries.

— Rick Burton, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026