Synonyms for

Confederation

Verb / kʌˌnfedɜ:ˈeɪʃʌn / Another word for confederation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A confederation is a group of states or countries that are loosely joined together for a common purpose.

Synonyms & similar words

federation alliance confederacy alliance coalition federation league union association partnership pact compact treaty consortium cartel syndicate guild trust company corporation combine merger amalgamation

Synonyms by register

Formal

alliance league federation union

Literary

compact covenant bond

Antonyms

disunity separation division dissolution secession independence autonomy

Common collocations

  • a confederation of states
  • economic confederation
  • political confederation
  • form a confederation
  • member of a confederation
  • dissolve a confederation
  • loose confederation

Word family

noun confederation
verb confederate
adjective confederate

Usage note

A confederation often implies a looser union of states or entities than a federation, where central authority is typically stronger. It's commonly used in historical or political contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The North American Confederation was formed in 1867.
  2. The Confederation of African Football organizes football tournaments in Africa.
  3. The confederation of South American countries is called UNASUR.
  4. The Swiss Confederation is made up of 26 cantons.
  5. The European Confederation of Independent Trade Unions represents workers in Europe.

Quotes

  • A confederation of countries can be a powerful force for change. - Ban Ki-moon
  • We are a confederation of nations, and yet we are one. - John F. Kennedy
  • We must never forget that the European Union is a union of nation states, not a federal state or a confederation of states. - Jean-Claude Juncker

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