cooperating (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /koʊˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Working together with someone or for a common purpose.

Examples

• The children were cooperating to build a sandcastle.

• If we start cooperating, we can finish this task much faster.

• The police are asking for the public's help, and most people are cooperating fully.

How to Use cooperating

cooperate with (prepositional phrase)

To work together with a person or group. — "She agreed to cooperate with the investigation."

cooperate on (prepositional phrase)

To work together on a specific project or task. — "The two countries are cooperating on developing new energy sources."

cooperate in (prepositional phrase)

To work together in a particular activity or area. — "Students were encouraged to cooperate in group projects."

Synonyms of cooperating

Words with a similar meaning to cooperating:

• helping
• assisting
• collaborating
• conspiring

Antonyms of cooperating

Words with the opposite meaning to cooperating:

• hindering
• opposing
• competing

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