cooperation

noun

co·​op·​er·​a·​tion (ˌ)kō-ˌä-pə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the actions of someone who is being helpful by doing what is wanted or asked for : common effort

We are asking for your full cooperation.

2

: association of persons for common benefit

established trade and economic cooperations

cooperationist

(ˌ)kō-ˌä-pə-ˈrā-sh(ə-)nist 

noun

Synonyms

• affiliation
• alliance
• association
• collaboration
• confederation
• connection
• hookup
• liaison
• linkup
• partnership
• relation
• relationship
• tie-up
• union

Examples of cooperation in a Sentence

The report cited a lack of cooperation between state and local officials.

Thank you for your cooperation.

We are asking for your full cooperation.

Recent Examples on the Web

Though the relationship is primarily competitive, the Biden administration also seeks opportunities for cooperation with China, Burns said, in areas of vital global importance such as illicit drugs, artificial intelligence and climate change. —Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 24 Oct. 2024

Northwest Arkansas is a model of cooperation among medical providers and researchers, Judd Semingson, chief executive of Community Clinic, said near the beginning of Tuesday's tour. —Doug Thompson, arkansasonline.com, 23 Oct. 2024

Officials said their response would come in phases linked to the depth of cooperation between Russia and North Korea. —Anders Hagstrom, Fox News, 23 Oct. 2024

The meeting with Golob comes on the heels of Biden’s visit to Berlin last week that was made in part to thank German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his country’s cooperation in the prisoner swap. —Aamer Madhani and Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see cooperate

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

cooperation

noun

co·​op·​er·​a·​tion kō-ˌäp-ə-ˈrā-shən 

: the act or process of cooperating