A1 verb Formal #2,904 most common

coalition

/ˌkoʊ.əˈlɪʃ.ən/

A coalition is a group of people, political parties, or countries that join together to achieve a specific goal. It usually refers to a temporary alliance formed for a particular purpose, such as winning an election or passing a law.

Examples

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1

The neighbors formed a coalition to protect the local park from being built on.

The neighbors formed a coalition to protect the local park from being built on.

2

A broad coalition of environmental groups submitted a formal protest to the government.

A broad coalition of environmental groups submitted a formal protest to the government.

3

We need to build a coalition of friends if we want to win the school competition.

We need to build a coalition of friends if we want to win the school competition.

Word Family

Noun
coalition
Verb
coalesce
Adjective
coalitional
Related
coalitionist
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Memory Tip

Think of 'Co-' (together) and 'Ally' (friend). A coalition is when allies come together to form one unit.

Quick Quiz

The two parties decided to form a _______ to gain a majority in parliament.

Correct!

The correct answer is: coalition

Examples

1

The neighbors formed a coalition to protect the local park from being built on.

everyday

The neighbors formed a coalition to protect the local park from being built on.

2

A broad coalition of environmental groups submitted a formal protest to the government.

formal

A broad coalition of environmental groups submitted a formal protest to the government.

3

We need to build a coalition of friends if we want to win the school competition.

informal

We need to build a coalition of friends if we want to win the school competition.

4

The researcher analyzed how the political coalition shifted after the economic crisis.

academic

The researcher analyzed how the political coalition shifted after the economic crisis.

5

The three technology firms entered into a coalition to set new industry safety standards.

business

The three technology firms entered into a coalition to set new industry safety standards.

Word Family

Noun
coalition
Verb
coalesce
Adjective
coalitional
Related
coalitionist

Common Collocations

form a coalition to create a group with others for a goal
ruling coalition a group of parties currently in power
broad coalition a group involving many different types of people or organizations
fragile coalition a group that is not very strong and might break apart
coalition government a government formed by multiple political parties

Common Phrases

coalition of the willing

a group of nations cooperating in a military action

grand coalition

an alliance between the two largest opposing political parties

build a coalition

the process of gathering support from various groups

Often Confused With

coalition vs collusion

Collusion is a secret or illegal cooperation to deceive others, while a coalition is usually public and legal.

coalition vs alliance

An alliance is often a long-term, formal agreement (like NATO), whereas a coalition is often temporary and specific to one issue.

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Usage Notes

The word is most commonly used in political contexts when no single party wins enough votes to rule alone. It can also describe businesses or activists joining forces.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often try to use 'coalition' as a verb. Remember that you 'form' or 'join' a coalition; the word itself is a noun.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'Co-' (together) and 'Ally' (friend). A coalition is when allies come together to form one unit.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Latin word 'coalitus', which is the past participle of 'coalescere', meaning 'to grow together'.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Followed by 'of' to indicate members (e.g., a coalition of parties) Commonly used with verbs like 'form', 'build', 'lead', or 'collapse'
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Cultural Context

Coalitions are a central feature of parliamentary democracies (like Germany, Israel, or India), where multiple parties must negotiate to form a government.

Quick Quiz

The two parties decided to form a _______ to gain a majority in parliament.

Correct!

The correct answer is: coalition

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