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multilaterally

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌmʌl.tɪˈlæt.ər.əl.i/

KK: /mʌlˈtɪlətərəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that involves multiple parties or countries working together.


Example

The countries agreed to negotiate multilaterally to reach a common solution.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the new agreement they reached?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard they approached it multilaterally this time.
Sloth A
That's smart! It really helps to involve more countries in the discussion.
Sloth B
Absolutely, it can lead to better solutions for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jointly
collectively
cooperatively
Antonyms
unilaterally
individually
solely
Root Explanation

Multilaterally → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "lateralis" (from Latin, meaning side). The word "multilaterally" refers to actions or agreements involving many sides or parties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') sides ('lateralis') working together — that's what multilaterally means.

Visually Confused Words
unilaterally
trilaterally
equilaterally
unliterally
bilaterally
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