united

adjective

unit·​ed yu̇-ˈnī-təd How to pronounce united (audio)
1
: made one : combined
2
: relating to or produced by joint action
a united effort
3
: being in agreement : harmonious
a united family
unitedly adverb

Examples of united in a Sentence

a united campaign against drug abuse the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election
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Her ideas have earned praise from free-speech advocates, conservative publications, and members of the Trump Administration, along with furious condemnation from academic leaders convinced that universities must stand united against Trump. Rob Wolfe, New Yorker, 18 July 2025 The movie ends on a high note as Rumi embraces her half-demon self and reunites with Mira and Zoey in front of their fans, stronger and more united than ever. Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 15 July 2025 If nothing else, the comedians remain united by a common goal. Daniel Brown, New York Times, 11 July 2025 Maryam Rajavi: Within Iran, all those committed to overthrowing this regime stand united. Beth Bailey, FOXNews.com, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for united

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of united was circa 1552

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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/united. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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united

adjective
unit·​ed
yu̇-ˈnīt-əd
1
: made one : combined
2
: relating to or produced by joint action
a united drive against drug abuse
3
: being in agreement : harmonious
a united family
unitedly adverb

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