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.
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After state media employees resigned in solidarity with the opposition, Putin sent Kremlin propagandists to replace them. Christian Edwards, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025 In fact, in solidarity, the international film industry can be a partner here as well. P.j. Byrne, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025 Terra Palm Springs is extending a 30% discount to California residents affected by the fires as a gesture of solidarity and support. Caroline Tell, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 With the announcement of this year’s Oscar nominations, the members of the Academy have, in effect, responded to the natural and political disasters of the moment in the name of solidarity. Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for solidarity 

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

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Cite this Entry

“Solidarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidarity. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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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