COLLECTIVE Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

kə-ˈlek-tiv

Definition of collective

as in collaborative

used or done by a number of people as a group the cleanup of the neighborhood park was a collective effort for which many people should be thanked

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Instead, much to its credit, the book unspools an unhurried, capacious story of human society’s collective journey to the brink of annihilation, and of the individuals and movements that have, so far, held us back from the edge. — Scott W. Stern, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2026 Does the ingredient list look promising, based on our collective decades spent interviewing chemists about the difference between capable ingredients and frivolous ones? — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026

Noun

The two Chicago MCs came up in the rap scene of their hometown as young teenagers and eventually formed the SAVEMONEY rap collective of like-minded local artists. — Angel Diaz, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2026 Wednesday’s State Department announcement also traced the collective to leftist groups across Europe that posted materials about their attacks on rail and energy infrastructure. — Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for collective

Recent Examples of Synonyms for collective

Adjective

Their commitment demonstrates that a more inclusive and collaborative creative culture is not only possible.

— Rica Cerbarano, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
Circus veterans and musical-theater pros merge skills onstage, with performers learning trapeze, aerial work and puppetry under collaborative leaders who emphasize one unified troupe — and absolute trust during death-defying feats.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of collaborative

Noun

The opposition appears to have only solidified two months before the midterm elections, despite significant donations that crypto groups have given to some Democrats in recent years.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
The organization will help traditionally Democratic groups like labor and civil society craft AI policy messages, Bores said.

— Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of group

Adjective

Trump was warned ahead of the war by his joint chiefs of staff that Iran could attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz in response.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
The newlyweds skipped a joint red carpet appearance but enjoyed time together inside the event as they were photographed taking in the action.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of joint

Adjective

The combined company operates under the Tulip brand and supports about 100 enterprise-level retail clients and more than 100,000 sales associates across more than 70 countries.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Following the Hormuz crisis, the combined share of Russian oil imports by India and China has increased to one-third from one-fifth, according to Kpler.

— Anniek Bao,Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of combined

Adjective

Panelists in another session discussed the possibilities for AI as a catalyst for communal engagement.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
The artworks on display provide a unique perspective on a communal garden, co-created by local artists and residents.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of communal

Adjective

By aligning the right people with the right roles and encouraging an environment of mutual understanding, behavioral assessments play a pivotal role in creating high-performing teams that excel in collaboration and achieve business success.

— Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026
Someone in the audience who knew the legendary creator told him about this, and weeks later the duo met him in person and discovered that the admiration was mutual.

— Natalia Cano, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026

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