confederation
Translation
confederation, alliance, federation
Examples
Several states formed a new confederation.
Several states formed a new confederation.
The trade union is a confederation of smaller groups.
The trade union is a confederation of smaller groups.
Grammar Patterns
a confederation of ((sth.)) an alliance of (sth.) The trade union is a confederation of smaller groups.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alliance, league, federation
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'foedus' (a league, treaty), related to 'federal'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'con-' (together) and 'federation'. It's a group of states or organizations joined together for a common purpose.