C1adjective 2K

Cooperative

🇬🇧 UK /["/kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kəʊˈɑːpərətɪv/"]/

Meaning of Cooperative

involving doing something together or working together with others towards a shared aim

In simple words: Working well with others to achieve a goal.

Cooperative in a sentence

• Cooperative activity is essential to effective community work.
• The documentary was a cooperative effort by film-makers from five countries.
• This is a cooperative venture with the University of Copenhagen.
• Employees will generally be more cooperative if their views are taken seriously.
• a cooperative farm
• The cooperative movement started in Britain in the nineteenth century.

How to use Cooperative

Use 'cooperative' in contexts where teamwork and collaboration are emphasized. Avoid it in informal settings where simpler words like 'helpful' can be used.

Grammar pattern

cooperative + subject

Memory hint

Think 'co-op' for 'cooperative' - working together in a team.

Related words

Collocations with Cooperative

• cooperative effort
• cooperative spirit
• cooperative environment

Synonyms for Cooperative

• collaborative
• team-oriented
• helpful
• assisting
• joint

Opposites of Cooperative

• uncooperative
• selfish
• difficult

Common mistakes with Cooperative

• Confusing with 'cooperation' (noun form).
• Using in the wrong context, such as against competition.
• Spelling errors, especially with extra 'o's.

Frequently asked questions about Cooperative

What does Cooperative mean?

Working well with others to achieve a goal.

What is the definition of Cooperative?

involving doing something together or working together with others towards a shared aim

How do you use Cooperative in a sentence?

Cooperative activity is essential to effective community work.

Can you give another example of Cooperative?

The documentary was a cooperative effort by film-makers from five countries.

What are synonyms for Cooperative?

Common alternatives include collaborative, team-oriented, helpful, assisting, joint.

What is the opposite of Cooperative?

Opposite meanings include uncooperative, selfish, difficult.

What words go with Cooperative?

It commonly pairs with cooperative effort, cooperative spirit, cooperative environment.

What are common mistakes when using Cooperative?

Confusing with 'cooperation' (noun form). Using in the wrong context, such as against competition. Spelling errors, especially with extra 'o's.

How do you pronounce Cooperative?

US: /["/kəʊˈɑːpərətɪv/"]/, UK: /["/kəʊˈɒpərətɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cooperative?

Use 'cooperative' in contexts where teamwork and collaboration are emphasized. Avoid it in informal settings where simpler words like 'helpful' can be used.

What CEFR level is Cooperative?

"Cooperative" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.