COLLEGIALITIES Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

collegiality

noun

Definition of collegiality

as in unity

the cooperative relationship between people who have shared responsibilities There was a spirit of collegiality among the players.

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Recent Examples of collegiality In a world where college athletics seems to find new ways daily to lose their collegiality, LSU stands alone. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 Over the session and a half of his presidency, Albritton has provided steady leadership that emphasizes collegiality. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026 Menin talked the talk of collegiality, something that was missing in the relationship between former Mayor Eric Adams and Speaker Adrienne Adams. — Marcia Kramer, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 In early child care, teamwork and collegiality are integral and are linked to educator well-being. — Charlotte Farewell, The Conversation, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for collegiality

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Noun

He is expected to speak on several spiritual and societal themes, including the need to protect immigrants, the sick and unborn, and defend human dignity in the era of AI, and address themes of peace, culture, and unity.

— Tyler Speicher , Courtney Walsh, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
The spelling and pronunciation change follows decades of colonial rule and reflects a broader global history of nations renaming themselves to reject foreign labels or strengthen national unity.

— Ted Anthony, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of unity

Noun

Reuters reported that Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour prompted the other opening acts and Sheeran’s band to withdraw in solidarity.

— Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
The other supporting acts on Sheeran’s tour quit in solidarity with Macklemore.

— Brie Stimson , Kelley Kramer, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of solidarity

Noun

Zambia objected to provisions covering the use of health data and also resisted Washington’s effort to link the health agreement to cooperation on critical minerals.

— Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Beijing has instead rendered aid and supported the Iranian regime under the table with black market oil refineries, intelligence sharing, and cooperation on technologies.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

His generosity is so well known, in fact, that an industry of lobbyists, lawyers and other insiders has reportedly sprung up to facilitate clemency for wealthy criminals.

— Caren Morrison, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026
Those closest to Bonnie will remember her warmth, humour, generosity and extraordinary ability to bring people together.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

His involvement in athletics reflects his ability to balance academics with extracurricular commitments while demonstrating discipline, perseverance, and teamwork.

— Darla Rivera, Oklahoman, 21 Sep. 2026
Grit, hard work, patience, teamwork, determination—these are all human qualities and experiences.

— Jenna Guarneri, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of teamwork

Noun

The candidate also stressed cost efficiency and collaborations with other UN agencies in implementing the organization's mandate of providing regular access to enough high-quality food and ending hunger and malnutrition.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026
Southeast Asia has lagged, though the firm sees clear scope for collaboration and consolidation in the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

The camaraderie between quarterback Jaden Craig, Small and the other receivers seems to be growing as the year progresses.

— Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026
At times, music and the voices of several women blend together, creating a sense of camaraderie.

— Maykel Gonzalez, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of camaraderie

Noun

Let agents manage preparation, monitoring, first drafts and coordination, and reserve for yourself the work a model cannot touch.

— Lital Marom, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026
These often work in coordination with flying drones such as Russian Geran drones that provide aerial reconnaissance and can boost communication between drone operators and drone boats, Sutton explained.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026

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