cohesion
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for cohesion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act or state of sticking together or working together as a unit.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use cohesion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
social cohesion
team cohesion
lack of cohesion
Etymology
From Latin cohaesio, from cohaerere, "to stick together" — the same root as coherent.
Full origin of cohesion →Frequently asked questions
What does “cohesion” mean?
The word “cohesion” means the act or state of sticking together or working together as a unit. In plain terms, the quality of sticking or holding together, whether physically (like molecules) or socially (like a team).
How do you pronounce “cohesion”?
“Cohesion” is pronounced koh-HEE-zhuhn (/koʊˈhi.ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “cohesion” in a sentence?
Here is “cohesion” used in a sentence: “Team cohesion improved once everyone understood their role.”
What is the opposite of “cohesion”?
The opposite of “cohesion” — its antonyms — is adhesion.
What part of speech is “cohesion”?
“Cohesion” is a noun.
Where does the word “cohesion” come from?
The word “cohesion” comes from Latin. From Latin cohaesio, from cohaerere, "to stick together" — the same root as coherent.
Is “cohesion” a common word?
“Cohesion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cohesion” have?
“Cohesion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act or state of sticking together or working together as a unit.
