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Italian

coesione

/koeˈzjone/noun · feminineC2
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 7,122

Meaning

cohesion, unity

  • the state of sticking together, solidarity, or unity within a group or society
  • the physical force holding molecules together

In a sentence

La crisi economica ha messo a dura prova la coesione sociale del paese.

The economic crisis put a severe strain on the country's social cohesion.

Il nuovo allenatore ha cercato di rafforzare la coesione della squadra.

The new coach tried to strengthen the team's cohesion.

Senza una vera coesione tra i membri, il progetto non potrà funzionare.

Without true cohesion among members, the project won't be able to work.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
coesionefeminine · singular
coesionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Frequently used in social, economic, and political contexts (e.g. 'coesione sociale').
  • Plural 'coesioni' is rare and technical.

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