COOPERATION Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

cooperation

noun

(ˌ)kō-ˌä-pə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of cooperation

as in partnership

the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) a series of televised announcements made in cooperation with the tobacco companies warning teenagers about the hazards of smoking

Synonyms & Similar Words

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 everyone's cooperation will make the project go much faster

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

noncooperation

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of cooperation Russia and China are seeking the capability to disable and eventually destroy Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network, an investigation found, as the allies deepen their clandestine military cooperation. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 9 July 2026 Your intuitive kindness attracts cooperation, while clear boundaries keep the exchange respectful. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026 Enthusiasts for capitalism see prosperity as a positive-sum enterprise generated through cooperation. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026 Following the Cold War, the Arctic was largely an area of international cooperation. — Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cooperation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation

Noun

The orbital laboratory is operated through a global partnership of space agencies, including NASA, Roscosmos, the European Space Agency, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency and the Canadian Space Agency.

— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 7 July 2026
The partnership highlights the growing potential of Poltrona Frau’s Custom Interiors unit and its leadership in developing furniture that integrates into high-profile cultural and architectural projects.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 July 2026

Definition of partnership

Noun

In a massive joint operation, US Central Command – with tight coordination from US Strategic Command, US Space Command, and the US Space Force – used electromagnetic warfare to blank out a massive area over Iran.

— David Szondy July 06, New Atlas, 7 July 2026
The competition also demonstrated noticeable improvements in the stability, speed, and coordination of bipedal humanoid robots.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026

Definition of coordination

Noun

Air Force partnership expands The award extends Asylon’s collaboration with the Air Force beyond autonomous security operations, an area where its robotic platforms already support active missions.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Danish jewelry giant Pandora introduced a creative platform in collaboration with British stylist Harry Lambert, called Pandora Wonders.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

As a longtime resident near the property, Van Sistine serves as Board Chair of the neighborhood association Ballpark Collective RNO and played a key role in establishing the Ballpark General Improvement District.

— Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 9 July 2026
Homeowners agreed to pool those funds through their homeowners association so the road could be rebuilt.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026

Definition of association

Noun

Sanz appeared in seven episodes of the Emmy-winning show, which chronicled her life as an adult with Down syndrome, including her relationship with husband, Angel.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
The plants and animals Williford’s ancestors held relationships with became strangers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

To get a true demographic profile of those who supported and opposed the empty homes tax would require deeper analysis that could include cross-referencing age, educational attainment and party affiliation, Luna believes.

— Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2026
The decision voided the FTC's provision that commissioners could be removed by a president only for cause, and not because of their political affiliations.

— Dan Mangan,Luke Fountain,Kevin Breuninger,Garrett Downs,Ashley Capoot,Justin Papp, CNBC, 2 July 2026