syndicate
Translation
syndicate, consortium, cartel
Examples
A crime syndicate controlled the city's docks.
A crime syndicate controlled the city's docks.
The articles are sold to a press syndicate.
The articles are sold to a press syndicate.
Grammar Patterns
a syndicate of (sth.) an association of (sth.) A syndicate of banks financed the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consortium, cartel, association, union
Etymology
From Greek 'syn-' (together) + 'dike' (justice). A group acting together for a common purpose.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'syndicate' as a group that has 'synced' up to 'indicate' their collective power or purpose.