alliance
/əˈlaɪəns/
CEFR level B2Topic GovernmentWord #4841 in the learning path
联盟；同盟
Definitions
n. A partnership between groups or countries pursuing shared goals.
联盟；同盟
Example
The two clubs formed an alliance to save the pool.
这两家俱乐部结成联盟，力图保住游泳池。
An international alliance can help countries coordinate their responses to environmental threats that cross national borders.
国际联盟可以帮助各国协调应对跨越国界的环境威胁。
Collocations
- form an alliance
- strategic alliance
- military alliance
Word family
- ally (n.)
- ally (v.)
- allied (adj.)
Synonyms
- coalition
- partnership
Usage tip
常用form an alliance with，表示“与……结盟”。
FAQ
- What does alliance mean?
- A partnership between groups or countries pursuing shared goals.
- How is alliance pronounced?
- UK /əˈlaɪəns/, US /əˈlaɪəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
