cooperatively
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a cooperative manner; involving or characterized by working together for a common purpose or benefit: The word "cooperatively" describes the way in which people or groups work jointly, sharing effort and responsibility to achieve something.
Usage
The adverb "cooperatively" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates that the action is done with mutual assistance, willingness, and shared goals. - It typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of a clause. - It can be used in various contexts, from business and science to everyday social interactions.
Examples
- The two research teams worked cooperatively to solve the complex problem.
- The children played cooperatively, sharing all the toys without arguing.
- To succeed, all departments must function cooperatively.
- The neighboring countries agreed to manage the river's resources cooperatively.
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe system or process behavior: In technical or scientific contexts, "cooperatively" can describe how components of a system interact.
- The proteins bind cooperatively to regulate the gene's expression.
- In legal or formal agreements: Often used to describe the spirit or mandated method of interaction between parties.
- The contract stipulates that both parties shall act cooperatively to resolve any disputes.
Variants and Related Words
- Cooperative (adjective): Involving cooperation.
- They adopted a cooperative strategy.
- Cooperate (verb): To work together.
- We need to cooperate to finish on time.
- Cooperation (noun): The process of working together.
- International cooperation is essential.
Synonyms
- Collaboratively: In a way that involves two or more people working together on an activity or project.
- Jointly: In cooperation or partnership with others.
- Together: With each other.
Antonyms
- Independently: On one's own; without help or influence from others.
- Competitively: In a way that strives to gain or win something by defeating or establishing superiority over others.
- Antagonistically: In a way that shows active opposition or hostility.
Related Phrases
- Work hand in glove: To work in very close association. (This idiom is a more figurative synonym for working cooperatively and seamlessly.)
- The two agencies worked hand in glove on the investigation.
- In tandem: Alongside each other; together.
- The two projects progressed in tandem.
Adverb
- in close cooperation
- they work hand in glove