Cooperation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəʊˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cooperation is a noun meaning (usually uncountable) The act of cooperating.
Meaning
(usually uncountable) The act of cooperating.
More Meanings
- Active help from a person, organization, etc., such as an orderly sharing of space or resources.
- Association for mutual benefit, such as for purposes of production or purchase.
Example Sentences
South Korea is seeking cooperation from China to produce artificial rain to help fight increasing pollution.
Word Forms
- cooperations
- co-operation
Antonyms for cooperation
Common opposites include competition, contention, rivalry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cooperatively, collaborate, collaboration, collaborative, cooperative, cooperate.
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