cooperate · verb I /koʊˈɑp.əˌreɪt/
Word family
Nouns: operation, cooperation, cooperative, operator
Adjectives: operational, operative, cooperative
Verbs: operate, cooperate
cooperate (WORK TOGETHER)
B2 to work together with someone in order to achieve the same aim
Dictionary examples:
The Spanish authorities cooperated with the British police in finding the terrorists.
Several companies are cooperating in the relief effort.
Learner example:
Lime has become a sort of monster, with no consideration for life any more, and Martins decides to cooperate with the police to catch and kill him. (First Certificate in English; B2; French)
cooperate (HELP)
B2 to help someone or do what they ask
Dictionary example:
I find it very hard to dress my two-year-old when she refuses to cooperate.
Learner example:
He tried to get on to his feet but h[i]s head refused to cooperate so he decided to sit where he was for the time being. (First Certificate in English; B2; Swedish)
