collegiality

noun

Definition of collegialitynext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collegiality
  1. unity
  2. solidarity
  3. cooperation
  4. generosity
  5. teamwork
  6. collaboration
  7. camaraderie
  8. coordination
Noun
  • Especially if that sense of unity and alignment that marked the final weeks of last season is maintained through this one.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Unlike typical events, the people themselves are the focus, fostering unity and action.
    — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of unity
Noun
  • Other Dayton-area businesses — including a Lego store and a root beer shop — temporarily altered their logos to include beavers in a show of solidarity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • But the quakes also exposed a sense of solidarity, as neighbors were forced to rely on one another in the immediate aftermath.
    — Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of solidarity
Noun
  • Such a move would mark a significant expansion of Moscow and Pyongyang’s military cooperation and comes as Ukraine is running painfully short of air defenses.
    — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Both restrict state and local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities like ICE.
    — Dennis Valera, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cooperation
Noun
  • The article cautions against outsourcing relationship building to AI, noting that authentic connections require time, vulnerability, and generosity, offering no immediate gratification.
    — William Arruda, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Her strength, warmth, generosity, and unmistakable personality left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
    — Harry Harris, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of generosity
Noun
  • The goal is to help campers be present, learn new activities and develop skills like teamwork.
    — Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Army leaders have said skills developed through gaming, including teamwork, quick decision-making and processing information under pressure, can translate to military service.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of teamwork
Noun
  • Clear communication keeps collaboration useful without draining the spark.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • For Lush’s head of concepts and collaborations Kalem Brinkworth, the intensity of the group’s fandom was a surprise.
    — Kati Chitrakorn, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of collaboration
Noun
  • Heavy Is the Crown promises to take that easy camaraderie into album territory.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2026
  • In addition to the Virgin River cast’s connection, guests should expect to see camaraderie with Kramer and Williams as well.
    — Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of camaraderie
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  • Deluxe has also opened a Japan office inside Tohokushinsha’s Tokyo headquarters, a move meant to tighten coordination between the two companies’ project teams.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026
  • There was little coordination between CMPD, the District Attorney’s Office and the courts.
    — Peter St Onge, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of coordination

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