united

adjective

unit·​ed yu̇-ˈnī-təd How to pronounce united (audio)
Synonyms of unitednext
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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As the men walked along the reflecting pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial to the steps, a united crowd cheered, while some cried tears of admiration. Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026 Music is the art form most associated with protest, and its history is full of united actions against war and humanitarian crises. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026 Democratic governors remain united and will never stop fighting to protect and make life better for people in our states. Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026 Democrats are more united, with 92 percent favoring limits on presidential power over tariffs, and 69 percent of independents said the same. Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 6 Feb. 2026 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 16 Feb. 2026.

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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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