ally
/ˈælaɪ/
CEFR level B2Topic GovernmentWord #3375 in the learning path
盟友；同盟国；支持者
Definitions
n. A person or country that supports another.
盟友；同盟国；支持者
v. To join with someone for a shared purpose.
结盟；联合
Example
My neighbour became an ally in saving the park.
在保护公园这件事上，我的邻居成了我的盟友。
Local charities can be valuable allies for governments seeking to reduce poverty and improve social inclusion.
对于致力于减贫和促进社会包容的政府而言，当地慈善机构可以成为重要盟友。
Collocations
- a close ally
- a powerful ally
- ally yourself with
Word family
- alliance (n.)
- allied (adj.)
Synonyms
- supporter
- partner
Antonyms
- opponent
- enemy
Usage tip
名词重音通常在前；动词通常读/əˈlaɪ/。
FAQ
- What does ally mean?
- A person or country that supports another. To join with someone for a shared purpose.
- How is ally pronounced?
- UK /ˈælaɪ/, US /ˈælaɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
