solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsä-lə-ˈder-ə-tē 

-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

Sticking with his unofficial uniform of a military-style casual attire, the Ukrainian leader’s preferred style is an act of solidarity to the Ukrainian soldiers, who are defending their country against Russian forces. —Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025

Zelensky had eschewed a suit in favor of his typical war-time outfit of a black sweater with two buttons that featured the Ukrainian trident, cargo pants and boots - worn as a show of solidarity with his soldiers who have risked their lives on the frontline. —Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025

Also present at the rally, U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez, a Chicago Democrat, echoed the sentiment of solidarity. —Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025

Expressions of solidarity with Ukraine were voiced by Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. —Katya Soldak, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025

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

Rhymes for solidarity

• angularity
• bipolarity
• capillarity
• cellularity
• circularity
• familiarity
• granularity
• insincerity
• insularity
• modularity
• osmolarity
• popularity

Kids Definition

solidarity

noun

sol·​i·​dar·​i·​ty ˌsäl-ə-ˈdar-ət-ē 

: 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 

in the civil law of Louisiana : the quality or state of being solidary : existence of a solidary obligation

will not presume solidarity