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co·op·er·ate

cooperate

 
 
pronunciation:
ku a p reIt
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: intransitive verb
inflections: cooperates, cooperating, cooperated
definition 1: to work with others, esp. for a common purpose.
Several nations cooperated in the relief effort.
synonyms:
chip in, collaborate, concur, pitch in, team up, unite
similar words:
conspire, contribute, coordinate, join in, pull one's weight
definition 2: to work well together or to act in accordance with the direction of another.
The two are always at odds and just can't cooperate with each other.They were arrested for refusing to cooperate with the police.
antonyms:
resist
similar words:
acquiesce, comply
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