Definition

Describing a group of workers who have formed a union to represent their interests and negotiate with employers.

Example

The employees felt more secure in their jobs after they became unionised.

Conversation

Did you hear that the workers finally unionised after all those negotiations?

Yeah, I read about it! It must be a relief for them.

Absolutely! A unionised workforce can really change things for the better.

I agree, it gives them more power and protection.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To organize workers into a union for collective bargaining and representation.

Example

The workers decided to unionise to improve their working conditions.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the workers who unionised last week?

Yeah, I read about that! It’s a big step for them.

I wonder how it will change their working conditions now that they've unionised.

Root Explanation

Unionised → It is formed from "uni-" (meaning one) and "-ion" (meaning the act or condition of) combined with "-ise" (meaning to make or become). The word describes the act of making or becoming one, particularly in the context of workers coming together as a single entity or organization.

Memory Tip

Think of 'one' ('uni-') and the 'act of becoming' ('-ion') to remember that 'unionised' means to come together as one.

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