cohesion

noun

Definition of cohesionnext
as in unity
a condition in which people or things are closely united There was a lack of cohesion in the rebel army. social cohesion

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Recent Examples of cohesion Ross now imparts these crucial lessons on preparation, mindset, and team cohesion to her athletes, preparing them for the intense Olympic spotlight and the pursuit of gold. — Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 These tactics reduced the effectiveness of the elephants and disrupted the cohesion of Hemu’s attack. — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026 Cusk’s final affront to the novel is to disaggregate it into unreconciled elements without making any concession to cohesion. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026 The Human-Environment Connection and Interaction Atlas (HECIA) connects habitat features such as lighting, privacy, layout, and reconfigurability with outcomes including stress, fatigue, anxiety, homesickness, and crew cohesion. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cohesion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesion
  1. unity
  2. peace
Noun
  • The ruling military council, known as the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland, called for unity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Organizers are pitching it as an opportunity to build party unity, hone their message and reach voters who may not have tuned in.
    — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of unity
Noun
  • July 31 2026 A 60-day ceasefire to allow for peace talks expires with no new deal in place.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The overwater bungalows are pretty special, hovering over lapping waves where guests can stay in total peace and solitude.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of peace

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“Cohesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesion. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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