Another word for alliance
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Noun
An association, especially of nations for a common cause
The state of being associated
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Another word for alliance
Noun
The state of being allied
Antonyms:The act of joining
See also:A union
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Synonym Study
- Union implies a close, permanent alliance and suggests complete unity of purpose and interest
- Confederacy and confederation in political usage refer to a combination of independent states for the joint exercise of certain governmental functions, as defense or customs
- Coalition implies a temporary alliance of opposing parties, factions, etc., as in times of emergency
- League , often interchangeable with alliance , stresses formality of organization and definiteness of purpose
- Alliance refers to any association entered into for mutual benefit
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