coalition
Translation
coalition, alliance, union, partnership
Examples
The parties formed a coalition to govern the country.
The parties formed a coalition to govern the country.
A coalition of charities worked on the project.
A coalition of charities worked on the project.
Grammar Patterns
a coalition of ((groups)) a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action A coalition of charities worked on the project.
to form a coalition to create such an alliance The parties formed a coalition to govern.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alliance, union, partnership, federation; Antonyms: opposition, division
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'coalesce' (to grow together).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'coalition government,' where different political parties join together to rule.