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collegiality

American  
[kuh-lee-jee-al-i-tee, -gee-] / kəˌli dʒiˈæl ɪ ti, -gi- /

noun

  1. cooperative interaction among colleagues.


Etymology

Origin of collegiality

First recorded in 1885–90; collegial + -ity

Example Sentences

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He said managing a four-party coalition remained a "big challenge", but that since he had become minister in June 2024, he had been surprised by the level of collegiality he had witnessed from other ministers.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

There are no tallies of individual profits and losses, like at other firms, encouraging collegiality.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 20, 2026

The owner said a collective working environment is crucial to fostering collegiality, collaboration and productivity.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 15, 2024

There’s genuine collegiality amongst the half-dozen candidates, several of whom have been informally running together and lifting each other up, thanks to the new ranked choice system.

From Salon Nov. 5, 2024

I make a split-second decision that forced collegiality with my coworkers is preferable to a dark walk alone.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse

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