coalition
Translation
coalition, alliance, union
Examples
The two parties formed a coalition government.
The two parties formed a coalition government.
A coalition of charities is working on the project.
A coalition of charities is working on the project.
Grammar Patterns
a coalition of ((sth.)) A coalition of charities is working on the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alliance, union, partnership, federation
Etymology
From Latin 'coalitio', from 'co-' (together) + 'alescere' (to grow up). It means growing together.
Memory Tips
Think of 'co-' as in 'co-worker' (working together). A coalition is an alliance of groups working together for a common goal.