Synonyms for

Collaborating

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

Definition

Collaborating means working together with someone else to achieve a common goal.

Synonyms & similar words

joinforces gettogether collaborate cooperate cooperating partnering uniting conspiring coalescing synergizing melding amalgamating integrating coordinating associating aligning federating unifying harmonizing

Synonyms by register

Formal

cooperating conspiring concerting associating

Informal

teaming up joining forces ganging up working together

Literary

confraternity communing interworking

Antonyms

working alone competing opposing rivaling acting independently isolating

Common collocations

  • collaborating with others
  • collaborating on a project
  • collaborating effectively
  • collaborating closely
  • collaborating in real-time
  • collaborating with clients
  • collaborating with colleagues

Word family

noun collaboration
verb collaborate
adjective collaborative
adverb collaboratively

Usage note

The word 'collaborating' implies working together towards a common goal. It is often used in professional or academic contexts, but can also apply to informal group efforts.

Example sentences

  1. The chefs were collaborating to create a new recipe for the restaurant.
  2. The scientists were collaborating on a research project to find a cure for cancer.
  3. The musicians were collaborating on a song for their album.
  4. The teachers were collaborating to plan a field trip for their students.
  5. The artists were collaborating on a mural for the community center.

Quotes

  • Collaboration is the best way to work. It's the only way to work, really. Everyone's there because they have a set of skills to offer across the board.
  • Collaboration is the essence of life. The greats in every field know they don't know it all and are open to learning from everyone.
  • Collaboration is the key to success, not just in business but in life.

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