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Solidarity: Definition, Examples, and How to Use It (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：unity and mutual support (solidarity)
solidarity
/ˌsɒlɪˈdærɪti/
n.
when people unite and support each other, especially for a common goal or interest.
unity and mutual support
➕
/ˈjuːnɪti ænd ˈmjuːtʃuəl səˈpɔːrt/
n.
A sense of shared commitment and mutual support among individuals who work together for a common purpose.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'solidus' (solid) + suffix '-arity' (state of), meaning state of being solidary or united.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a solid block that cannot be broken; solidarity makes a group equally strong and indivisible.
📖 Example
During the difficult times of the pandemic, there was a strong sense of solidarity in our neighbourhood, with everyone checking on and helping their elderly neighbours.
During the difficult times of the pandemic, there was a strong sense of solidarity in our neighbourhood, with everyone checking on and helping their elderly neighbours.
🔗 Collocations
show solidarity – demonstrate unity and support
express solidarity – voice one's support and unity
stand in solidarity with – unite in support of someone or something
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
solidarize (v.) – to show or express solidarity
solidaristic (adj.) – characterized by solidarity
solidary (adj.) – united in a common purpose or interest
📖 Cultural Story
Etymology: via French 'solidarité', from Latin 'solidus'. Popularized by 19th-century sociologist Émile Durkheim to describe social cohesion. Often used in labor movements and social justice contexts.
Meaning 2：sense of unity (solidarity)
solidarity
/ˌsɒlɪˈdærɪti/
n.
the feeling of mutual support and close connection among members of a group.
sense of unity
➕
/sɛns ʌv ˈjuːnɪti/
n.
The emotional bond and supportive attitude shared by members of a group, fostering loyalty and cooperation.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
Facing the environmental challenge, the members of the club acted with remarkable solidarity, each contributing their skills to the clean-up project.
Facing the environmental challenge, the members of the club acted with remarkable solidarity, each contributing their skills to the clean-up project.
🔗 Collocations
inner solidarity – the internal feeling of unity within a group
strengthen solidarity – to increase the bond of mutual support
group solidarity – the cohesive spirit among members of a group
🔄 Synonyms
camaraderie (n.) – mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together
fellowship (n.) – friendly association, especially with people who share one's interests
togetherness (n.) – a feeling of closeness or unity in a group
🚫 Antonyms
isolation (n.) – the process or fact of being separated from others
alienation (n.) – the state of being withdrawn or isolated from a group
disunity (n.) – lack of unity; dissension
🌱 Derivatives
solidarize (v.) – to show or express solidarity
solidaristic (adj.) – characterized by solidarity
solidary (adj.) – united in a common purpose or interest
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