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Solidarity

UK /["/ˌsɒlɪˈdærəti/"]/US /["/ˌsɑːlɪˈdærəti/"]/

Definition

support by one person or group of people for another because they share feelings, opinions, aims, etc.

In simple words: Support and unity among people.

Examples

  • community solidarity
  • to **express/show solidarity** with fellow students
  • Demonstrations were held as **a gesture of solidarity** with the hunger strikers.
  • He expressed his solidarity with the miners.
  • The conflict fostered solidarity among Arab oil states.

Usage notes

Used in contexts of social movements, friendships, or collective action. Suitable in both formal speeches and everyday conversations. Not typically used in casual or light-hearted contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'solid' as strong support from a group, like a solid wall holding everyone up.

Collocations

  • international
  • national
  • communal
  • expression
  • gesture
  • show
  • feel
  • demonstrate
  • express
  • in solidarity with
  • solidarity against
  • solidarity among

Synonyms

  • unity
  • solidariness
  • togetherness
  • support
  • alliance

Antonyms

  • division
  • disunity
  • fragmentation

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'solitary', which means alone.
  • Using in a singular form when referring to collective support.
  • Incorrectly associating with individualism.