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

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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

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noncooperation

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of cooperation The loosened restrictions will not empower Washington to pursue investment and economic cooperation with al Sharaa’s government, which could transform the impoverished country. — Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026 His hatred of the Islamic State group appears genuine, and American cooperation with Damascus against the terrorist network will benefit the Syrians who suffered most under its rule. — Jason M. Blazakis, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 The Pakistani armed forces said the deal was signed by Kuwait’s defense minister during a visit to the garrison city of Rawalpindi focused on bilateral defense relations and security cooperation. — ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026 Logistically, any changes would still require the president’s approval and possibly the cooperation of a handful of Republican lawmakers willing to undo landmark legislation. — Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cooperation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation

Noun

The Tommy Hilfiger partnership felt to Kelce like a natural fit.

— Nick Remsen, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
Under the partnership, ERI will use its nationwide electronics collection and processing network to identify, secure, and pre-process products containing rare earth magnets and other critical materials for recovery by Cyclic Materials.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of partnership

Noun

Rogue OpenAI agents’ unprecedented coordination during the Hugging Face attack significantly increases the risk of AI escaping human control, analysts said, days after investigators released a bombshell report into the incident.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 30 Aug. 2026
According to the petition, Viasat has failed to reach a coordination agreement with SpaceX to prevent radio interference between Starlink and the F2 satellite.

— Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of coordination

Noun

At the start of the year, Iceland Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Gunnarsdottir said that deeper dialogue and collaboration with the EU would be a key factor in shoring up the country's interests.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
The publisher will also distribute the audiobook to 100,000 teachers affiliated with Book Clubs in collaboration with Audible and Pottermore.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

However, many trade associations include sole proprietors who don't qualify for an AHP, and some organizations have members in a range of industries.

— Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Disputes over Israel, antisemitism and El-Sayed’s association with controversial online commentator Hasan Piker have complicated the party’s effort to turn its attention to Republican Mike Rogers.

— Joey Cappelletti, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of association

Noun

The algorithm first fixes both cameras on a 3D point and determines the geometric relationship between the resulting images.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
Bret decides to visit Matt’s father, who is surprisingly wistful about his missing son and their fractured relationship.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

Whatever our party affiliation or political views, Americans should appreciate Roosevelt’s ingenuity, determination and confidence and applaud Eisenhower’s competence, planning and stewardship.

— John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Abigail Witmer does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026