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collegially

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kəˈliːdʒəli/

KK: /kəˈliːdʒəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that involves cooperation and shared responsibility among colleagues.


Example

The team worked collegially to complete the project on time.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how our team works collegially on projects?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's nice to see everyone collaborating so well.
Sloth A
I think it makes the work environment much more enjoyable.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really boosts our creativity and productivity.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jointly
together
cooperatively
Antonyms
individually
separately
autonomously
Root Explanation

Collegially → It is formed from "collegium" (from Latin, meaning a group of colleagues or a society) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "collegially" means in a manner that relates to or is characteristic of a group of colleagues working together.

Memory Tip

Think of a group of colleagues working together ('collegium') and how they act 'in a manner' ('-ally') that reflects their collaboration.

Visually Confused Words
illegally
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