collegial — Relating to shared power or responsibility among colleagues, or characterized by friendly cooperation between colleagues
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Relating to shared power or responsibility among colleagues, or characterized by friendly cooperation between colleagues
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈliːdʒiəl/
Example Sentences
- Even after losing the debate, she remained collegial and shook her opponent's hand with a big smile.
- My cat refuses to be collegial with the new kitten and hisses every time they meet.
- The professors enjoyed a collegial lunch, arguing loudly about grammar while eating tacos.
collegial
ADJECTIVE[/kəˈliːdʒiəl/]
Relating to shared power or responsibility among colleagues, or characterized by friendly cooperation between colleagues
The team shares a collegial lunch, laughing and swapping ideas as equals.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'collega' meaning 'partner in office,' from com- (together) + legare (to depute, choose).
Breakdown
col- (together) + leg (to choose/appoint) + -ial (adjective suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Even after losing the debate, she remained collegial and shook her opponent's hand with a big smile.”
“My cat refuses to be collegial with the new kitten and hisses every time they meet.”
“The professors enjoyed a collegial lunch, arguing loudly about grammar while eating tacos.”
“A collegial workplace can boost productivity because employees feel supported.”
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