Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
confederacy
noun
/kənˈfɛd.ə.rə.si/
Definition
A confederacy is an alliance or a union of groups, often formed for political or military purposes.
Examples
- The Confederate States of America was a confederacy formed by southern states during the Civil War.
- The confederacy of tribes worked together to protect their interests against outside threats.
- Historical confederacies often sought independence from a larger governing body.
Meaning
It refers to a group of states or individuals that are united for a specific goal, particularly regarding governance or cooperation.
Synonyms
- alliance
- union
- league
- coalition
