oneness

noun

Definition of onenessnext
as in solidarity
the state of being completely united with or a part of someone or something
—usually + with I felt a sense of oneness with nature. a feeling of spiritual oneness with others

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Recent Examples of oneness The sudden flood of oxytocin accompanying the onset of the drug produces feelings of emotional communion, oneness, and openness. — Erica Rex, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026 What’s stripped out at its core—and this is the deepest core of the contemplative traditions—is a non-dual realization of wisdom, an experience of oneness. — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026 Survivors who felt their suffering was shared reported a stronger sense of oneness, with those groups. — Claire White, The Conversation, 15 Jan. 2026 Explore oneness with community, but don’t force anything. — Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 9 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oneness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oneness
  1. solidarity
  2. kinship
  3. understanding
  4. empathy
  5. harmony
  6. affinity
  7. sympathy
  8. rapport
Noun
  • Tens of thousands showed up at the protest site in solidarity.
    — Asim Ali, Time, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Most have showed us their support and solidarity, and have offered their assistance.
    — Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of solidarity
Noun
  • Her promise expresses, in some way, her kinship with her unmarried aunt, who didn’t trade her own freedom for a set of good knives.
    — Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The essays in the book, which focus on beekeeping and other forms of animal husbandry, invite us to explore creaturely worlds beyond our own, and to recognize our kinship with other living beings.
    — Richard Schiffman, Christian Science Monitor, 22 July 2026
Definition of kinship
Noun
  • Despite centuries of scientific understanding, myths continue to circulate online and by word of mouth.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Rezaei accused Washington of violating the memorandum of understanding and launching attacks without first referring the issue to the dispute resolution committee.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of understanding
Noun
  • Active caregiving fundamentally transforms men into better leaders by sharpening skills like empathy and emotional intelligence.
    — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Their path eventually crosses that of Greta, an Italian doctor whose empathy and resilience shine through the situation.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 30 July 2026
Definition of empathy
Noun
  • Singapore maintains strict rules on the public display of foreign flags and emblems without a permit, framing the laws as necessary to protect the country’s racial and religious harmony.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Charming Venus in Libra will also bring harmony to your friendships and community, supporting opportunistic introductions and meet-cutes.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of harmony
Noun
  • Shoppers with an affinity for cottagecore design have met their match.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Strategic partnerships are crucial, expanding where points can be earned and spent across diverse brands, reinforcing brand affinity.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of affinity
Noun
  • Those words have taken on a chilling resonance as commenters debate whether Hilton deserves sympathy.
    — Krystie Lee Yandoli, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Flowers are fragile, temporary and traditionally associated with personal moments of celebration, sympathy or affection.
    — Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sympathy
Noun
  • Meyers and Olyphant’s talk-show rapport dates back several years, with Olyphant penning his own introductions on Late Night multiple times.
    — Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
  • McCarthy and Rodgers have the obvious rapport of winning together as Green Bay Packers.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of rapport

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