cooperation
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the act of working with someone else to get something done.
the act of working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit.
Simple“The project was a success thanks to the close cooperation between the two departments.”
In context“Effective international cooperation is essential if we are to address the complex challenges posed by global climate change.”
UsageOften used with the preposition 'with' for people and 'on' for projects.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
being helpful by doing what someone asks you to do.
assistance or willingness to assist a person or organisation, often in a regulatory or social context.
Simple“The police thanked the public for their cooperation during the investigation.”
In context“The suspect's lack of cooperation significantly hindered the legal proceedings, leading to additional charges of obstruction.”
UsageCommonly used in formal requests or by authorities.
Teacher's tipThis sense often appears in formal or legal contexts, such as police reports or customer service requests.
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
a group or system where people work together to share profits or resources.
an association or collective effort for mutual economic or social benefit.
Simple“The farmers formed a system of cooperation to buy expensive equipment together.”
In context“The treaty established a framework for economic cooperation, allowing for the seamless exchange of technical expertise and raw materials across borders.”
UsageUsually uncountable in this abstract sense.
Teacher's tipIn modern business, 'cooperative' is more common for the specific business entity, while 'cooperation' describes the spirit of the arrangement.
Synonyms
Usage international cooperation · require cooperation
First attested in 1620–1630. Borrowed from French cooperation, from Late Latin cooperātiō. By surface analysis, co- + operation or cooperate + -ion.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.