consortia

/kənˈsɔːrtiə/ or /kɒnˈsɔːrʃə/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of individuals or organizations working together to achieve a common goal or to manage a shared resource.

“The consortium of tech companies collaborated to develop a new software system.”

2. noun

A group of companies or individuals that have combined their resources to achieve a particular objective, especially in the fields of business or research.

“The university formed a consortium to provide funding for the new research project.”

3. noun

A group of people associated with a monarch or noble in an official capacity.

“The consortia of the royal court played a significant role in the kingdom’s politics.”

Synonyms

  • alliance
  • consort
  • partnership

Antonyms

  • competition
  • rivalry