PARTNERSHIP Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

partnership

noun

ˈpärt-nər-ˌship

Definition of partnership

as in collaboration

the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) the symphony orchestra is presenting the choral piece in partnership with the city's leading choral society

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Recent Examples of partnership In addition to his lifetime partnership with Reebok, Iverson has a cultural resonance with younger players and is involved in the product side. — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 The end of a $47 billion partnership One of the wealthiest people in the world, Buffett has long committed to giving his fortune away. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 20 July 2026 July 23 – August 22 Your presence is powerful today, but partnership still gets a vote. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026 Leo July 23 – August 22 Your presence is powerful today, but partnership still gets a vote. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for partnership

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Noun

These innovations signal a shift from robotic spectacle to practical, everyday applications, emphasizing collaboration, accessibility, and human-robot comfort as robots integrate into our lives.

— Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026
Industry analysts note that the collaboration with Anduril also enables Archer to leverage a common aircraft platform across both defense and commercial sectors, potentially reducing development costs while increasing production scale.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

According to the arrest warrant affidavit, detectives received a tip shortly after the killing that Velasquez’s husband may have been jealous of the women’s close relationship.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
That’s why Lee has visions of Reid joining forces with Coby White, the new leader of the Hornets’ offense, to form a bond that fosters a relationship on and off the court.

— Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

When that proved unsustainable, the association hired a landscaping company.

— Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
On July 14, council member Meredith Stead pointed to two neighborhood associations in her district — one in favor of the designation, the other strongly opposed.

— Mark Dee July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026

Definition of association

Noun

In recent years, the two countries have expanded defence cooperation through joint military exercises, pilot training, cybersecurity initiatives and counter-drone technology development.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
Deputies were following up on the missing person report but did not find Celeste at the home and were satisfied with d4vd’s level of cooperation.

— Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

But to witness the evolution of Lander’s affiliations and relationships is to see the profound shift that has occurred inside the Democratic Party, and across American politics in general.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 July 2026
Waddell confirmed to The Athletic that the Blue Jackets have discussed affiliation with both franchises for the 2026-27 season and beyond.

— Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of affiliation

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