unilateral
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unilateral, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Undertaken by only one side or party, without agreement from others involved.
Synonyms
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How to use unilateral
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Coined around 1802 from New Latin unilateralis, from Latin unus ("one") + lateralis ("sided").
Full origin of unilateral →Frequently asked questions
What does “unilateral” mean?
The word “unilateral” means undertaken by only one side or party, without agreement from others involved. In plain terms, done by just one side, without the input or agreement of the other parties involved.
How do you pronounce “unilateral”?
“Unilateral” is pronounced y-nih-LAT-uh-r ([ˌjʉː.nəˈɫæɾ.ɚ.ɻɫ̩] in IPA).
How do you use “unilateral” in a sentence?
Here is “unilateral” used in a sentence: “The country made a unilateral decision to withdraw its troops.”
What is another word for “unilateral”?
Words with a similar meaning to “unilateral” include one-sided.
What part of speech is “unilateral”?
“Unilateral” is an adjective.
Where does the word “unilateral” come from?
The word “unilateral” dates back to around 1802 and comes from New Latin. Coined around 1802 from New Latin unilateralis, from Latin unus ("one") + lateralis ("sided").
Is “unilateral” a common word?
“Unilateral” is an uncommon word in modern English.