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Collaborate

Verb / kʌˈlæbɜ:ˌeɪt / Another word for collaborate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to work together with one or more people to achieve something

Synonyms & similar words

gettogether joinforces cooperate cooperate unite combine contribute assist help coordinate communicate consult conspire ally associate affiliate partner synergize fuse

Synonyms by register

Formal

cooperate concur conspire concert

Informal

team up join forces chip in work together

Literary

conjoin unite mingle

Antonyms

work alone compete oppose disagree isolate individuate

Common collocations

  • collaborate with
  • collaborate on
  • collaborate effectively
  • collaborate closely
  • collaborate with others
  • collaborate in
  • collaborate jointly

Word family

noun collaboration
verb collaborate
adjective collaborative
adverb collaboratively

Usage note

Collaborate is often used in academic or professional contexts. While 'conspire' can be a synonym, it often carries a negative connotation of plotting secretly.

Example sentences

  1. The scientists will collaborate to find a cure for the disease.
  2. The musicians will collaborate on a new song.
  3. The teachers will collaborate to plan the lesson.
  4. The companies will collaborate to create a new product.
  5. The artists will collaborate on a mural.

Quotes

  • Collaboration is like carbonation for fresh ideas. - Sir Ken Robinson
  • Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. - Andrew Carnegie
  • Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. - Helen Keller

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