Definitions

teamwork

[teem-wurk] / ˈtimˌwɜrk /

NOUN

collaboration, cooperation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

harmony partnership synergy unity

STRONG

alliance assistance coalition confederacy confederation federation help partisanship symbiosis synergism union

WEAK

combined effort doing business with esprit de corps joint effort pulling together team effort teaming working together

Antonyms

STRONG

divorce hindrance hurt injury management separation stop

Example Sentences

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“This large-scale operation required extensive teamwork and coordination across our department,” Riverside County officials said in the social media update.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Focusing on capabilities you have that “AI can’t easily replace” — like communication, teamwork, creative thinking and problem-solving — can also be beneficial, she added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

She said the four were all individually impressive, but that she was proud of their "teamwork" and "camaraderie".

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen told Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday that "teamwork is willingness" during an Earth-to-space call celebrating the achievements of the historic lunar journey.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

They showed up for rehearsals on time, had a sense of discipline and teamwork, and were not likely to wilt under pressure.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

Vocabulary lists containing teamwork

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