cooperation — the process of working together to the same end; assistance given by being helpful and accommodating
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process of working together to the same end; assistance given by being helpful and accommodating
Pronunciation (IPA): /koʊˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The success of our group project depended entirely on everyone's cooperation, except for Mike who kept suggesting we order pizza instead of working.
- The cooperation between the two companies resulted in groundbreaking technological innovations.
- My cat shows amazing cooperation when it's feeding time, but completely ignores me when I need help finding my keys.
cooperation
NOUN[/koʊˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/]
the process of working together to the same end; assistance given by being helpful and accommodating
Through cooperation, the villagers lifted the fallen tree off the road together.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin, combining 'co-' (together) and 'operari' (to work), literally meaning 'to work together'. The term reflects the Latin understanding of collaborative effort, with roots extending back to Roman times when joint labor was recognized as essential to society.
Breakdown
co- (together) + operari (to work) + -tion (action, state, or result). The suffix -tion transforms the Latin verb into an English noun denoting the act or state of working collaboratively.
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📝Examples
“The success of our group project depended entirely on everyone's cooperation, except for Mike who kept suggesting we order pizza instead of working.”
“The cooperation between the two companies resulted in groundbreaking technological innovations.”
“My cat shows amazing cooperation when it's feeding time, but completely ignores me when I need help finding my keys.”
“Effective cooperation among team members is crucial for achieving organizational goals.”
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