solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈder-ə-tē How to pronounce solidarity (audio)
-ˈda-rə-
: unity (as of a group or class) that produces or is based on community of interests, objectives, and standards

Examples of solidarity in a Sentence

The vote was a show of solidarity.
Recent Examples on the Web Their insightful examination of animal rights and its direct link to race and class left me with a stronger sense of solidarity as well as a curiosity for a stronger ancestral connection to my new dietary practices. Noella Williams, Vox, 8 Aug. 2024 That includes calling upon the services of a Lone Star State enforcer, as well as building solidarity with a much more passive (but conveniently gun-owning) fellow resident/captive played by Roc Lafortune. Dennis Harvey, Variety, 7 Aug. 2024 The hope is that would calm the region since Hezbollah’s been firing at Israel in solidarity with Gaza. Amanda Loudin, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2024 Life and solidarity, not hatred and hostility, will win. Harriet Marsden, The Week Uk, theweek, 5 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for solidarity 

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Word History

Etymology

French solidarité, from solidaire characterized by solidarity, from Latin solidum whole sum, from neuter of solidus solid

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of solidarity was in 1841

Dictionary Entries Near solidarity

Cite this Entry

“Solidarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidarity. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

Kids Definition

solidarity

noun
sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsäl-ə-ˈdar-ət-ē How to pronounce solidarity (audio)
: unity (as of a group) that produces or is based on shared interests and goals

Legal Definition

solidarity

noun
sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈdar-ə-tē How to pronounce solidarity (audio)
in the civil law of Louisiana : the quality or state of being solidary : existence of a solidary obligation
will not presume solidarity
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