Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
collective
Adjective / Noun
[kuh-lek-tiv]
Definition
A group of individuals or beings acting together as a single entity.
Examples
- The collective effort of the team led to a successful project.
- They formed a collective to address community issues.
- In a collective bargaining agreement, workers negotiate as a group.
Meaning
The term ‘collective’ refers to a shared or combined effort of a number of persons working toward a common goal or purpose.
Synonyms
- joint
- shared
- common
- group
- cooperative