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coalition

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kəʊˈlɪʃən/

KK: /koʊˈlɪʃən/

noun
Definition

A group formed by different people or organizations coming together for a common purpose, often temporarily.


Example

The coalition of environmental groups worked together to promote sustainable practices.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the new coalition formed to tackle climate change?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's great to see different groups coming together for a common cause.
Sloth A
I think this coalition could really make a difference if they work together effectively.
Sloth B
Absolutely, collaboration is key in addressing such big issues!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
alliance
union
association
Antonyms
division
separation
disunion
Root Explanation

Coalition → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "alere" (meaning to nourish or support). The word describes a group that comes together to support a common cause or purpose.

Memory Tip

Think of people coming 'together' ('co-') to 'support' ('alere') a shared goal — that's what a coalition is.

Visually Confused Words
coition
clition
volition
nolition
conation
colation
coaction
calixtin
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