Synonyms for

Bipartisan

Verb / baɪˈpɑ:rtɪzʌn / / baɪˈpɑ:rtɪsʌn / Another word for bipartisan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies

Synonyms & similar words

bipartizan twoway twoparty cross-party two-party dual-party nonpartisan bipartizan bipartite double-barreled two-way two-pronged two-sided two-faced two-timing double-dealing duplicitous Janus-faced deceitful dissembling treacherous ambiguous

Synonyms by register

Formal

nonpartisan impartial neutral unbiased

Informal

cross-party together united

Antonyms

unilateral partisan sectarian factional one-sided nonpartisan

Common collocations

  • bipartisan support
  • bipartisan agreement
  • bipartisan cooperation
  • bipartisan effort
  • bipartisan committee
  • bipartisan legislation
  • bipartisan approach

Word family

noun bipartisanship

Usage note

Bipartisan refers to agreement or cooperation between two political parties that usually oppose each other. It is most commonly used in political contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The two parties had a bipartisan meeting to discuss the new law.
  2. The bipartisan committee worked together to find a solution.
  3. The bill was passed with bipartisan support from both parties.
  4. The president is hoping for a bipartisan agreement on healthcare reform.
  5. The two leaders had a bipartisan agreement to work on climate change.

Quotes

  • We must find a way to work together in a bipartisan way for the good of the country.
  • Bipartisanship is the only way we can move forward as a nation.
  • We need more bipartisan efforts to solve the issues facing our country.

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