Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A person, group, or nation that cooperates with others for a joint purpose.
Ally
/ˈælaɪ/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Allied divisions quickly closed the gap.
Good habits make time your ally.
"That was well spoken, our ally!" replied the duchesse.
Etymology:
Ally traces its roots back to the Latin word alligare, meaning to bind to, which it shares with words like alliance. It passed into Old French as alier, and was later adopted in Middle English as ally, referring to forming partnerships.
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