Definition

In a way that is organized or arranged together with others, often to achieve a common goal.

Example

The team worked coordinately to complete the project on time.

Conversation

Did you see how they worked together on that project?

Yeah, it was impressive how they did it so coordinately.

I know, right? It made everything run so smoothly.

Exactly! They really set a great example for teamwork.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coordinately → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "ordinare" (meaning to arrange). The word "coordinately" means to arrange things together in a harmonious or organized manner.

Memory Tip

Think of things being arranged 'together' ('co-') in a specific order ('ordinare') — that's what coordinately means.

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