Definition

1. Noun:
   • A feeling of unity and mutual support among people with shared interests, goals, or circumstances: It refers to the bond that holds a group together, especially in the face of challenges or opposition. It is based on common responsibilities and interests.

Usage

• Solidarity is an uncountable noun. It describes a collective state or feeling, not an individual action.
• It is often used in social, political, and labor contexts to describe collective action and support.
• Common collocations include: , , , , .

Examples

• The workers went on strike in solidarity with their unfairly dismissed colleagues.
• There was an incredible sense of solidarity among the volunteers after the natural disaster.
• The community expressed its solidarity with the victims by holding a candlelight vigil.

Advanced Usage

• "In solidarity with (someone/something)": To indicate that an action is taken to show support for a person or group.
  • Many celebrities posted black squares on social media in solidarity with the movement.
• "Act of solidarity": A specific action that demonstrates this unity.
  • Donating a day's wages was a powerful act of solidarity.

Variants and Related Words

• Solidaristic (adjective): Characterized by or showing solidarity.
  • Their approach was deeply solidaristic, prioritizing the group's needs over individual gain.

Synonyms

• Unity: The state of being united or joined as a whole.
• Cohesion: The action or fact of forming a united whole.
• Fellowship: Friendly association, especially with people who share one's interests.

Antonyms

• Division: Disagreement between two or more groups, typically producing tension.
• Discord: Disagreement between people.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "Stand in solidarity": To publicly show support for a group or cause.
  • We stand in solidarity with all those fighting for justice.

Noun

1. a union of interests or purposes or sympathies among members of a group