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"Cooperate" vs. "collaborate": twin pillars of teamwork explored

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 17/10/2024, 21:09
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Cooperate and collaborate. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "cooperate" and "collaborate" involve working with others towards a common goal or task. They both imply a level of partnership or teamwork.

What is different?

To "cooperate" often means to act together or in compliance without necessarily achieving something new as a unified effort. It can imply more basic or routine assistance. To "collaborate" typically suggests a deeper joint effort where all parties actively contribute to achieving a specific goal or creative outcome.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for cooperate) and collaborate

Examples of usage

Cooperate
  • The two companies agreed to cooperate on the new project.
  • To solve the problem, we must all cooperate and share our resources.
Collaborate
  • Scientists from around the world collaborated on the research paper.
  • The artists decided to collaborate on a new piece for the exhibition.

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