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Word

unified

Phoneticsuni·fied

US/ˈjunəˌfaɪd/

UK/jˈuːnɪfˌaɪd/

Definitions

01joined together

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. brought together to form a single unit or group.

adj. integrated or combined into a single, cohesive whole.

“The two companies now have a unified system for managing customer orders.”

“The merger resulted in a unified corporate identity that successfully blended the distinct cultures of both original organisations.”

02acting as one

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. working together in a way that shows everyone has the same goal or plan.

adj. operating as a single entity or showing total agreement in purpose.

“The team presented a unified front during the difficult negotiations.”

“Despite internal disagreements, the cabinet maintained a unified stance when addressing the national press regarding the new policy.”

Synonyms

solidaryunanimous

03school districts

C1 · Advanced American English · Technical

adj. in the US, a school system that includes all ages from young children to teenagers.

adj. denoting a school district that provides education for all grades from kindergarten through twelfth grade.

“They moved to the city because the unified school district had a great reputation.”

“The local unified school district manages everything from elementary facilities to the regional high school under a single administrative board.”

Real-World Examples

“Nobody could have predicted that today's main global headline would be Trump's desire to see a unified Ireland.”
BBC News 12 Sept 2026
“The countries have repeatedly failed to agree a unified system for sharing stock and setting catch limits in line with scientific advice.”
BBC News 12 Sept 2026
“Germany at the time was not a unified nation but rather a collection of territories that had once been a part of the Holy Roman Empire, each governed by its own ruler.”
Smithsonian Magazine 13 Aug 2026

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
Frequency
Frequent
Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
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