English · Culture & Society
cohesion
/kəʊˈhiː.ʒən/
[/kəʊˈhiː.ʒən/]
the state of sticking together
Advancednoun
Definition
Cohesion is the act or state of forming a united whole. Speakers value social cohesion and team cohesion alike.
Example
Shared goals create cohesion within a team.
Shared goals create cohesion within a team.
Etymology
From Latin 'cohaerere', meaning to stick together.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on teams, communities, and society.