Coalition
/ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/
Definitions
A temporary alliance of different groups for a common purpose.
/ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/
A temporary alliance of distinct parties, people, or states.
The opposition parties formed a coalition to challenge the ruling government.
💡 Simply: Imagine several teams joining forces for a big project! That's a coalition – different people working together to achieve something.
👶 For kids: It's like when different groups of kids team up to build a giant sandcastle!
More Examples
A broad coalition of environmental groups supported the new climate legislation.
How It's Used
"A coalition government was formed after the election resulted in no single party winning a majority."
"A coalition of nations joined forces to address the humanitarian crisis."
From Middle French *coalicion, from Latin *coalitionem (nominative coalitio), from coalescēre "to grow together", from co- "together" + alescere "to grow, nourish".
The word's usage has increased significantly in the context of political alliances since the 20th century.
Memory tip
Think 'co-operation' - a coalition is a coming together for a shared goal.