collegiality

noun

col·​le·​gi·​al·​i·​ty kə-ˌlē-jē-ˈa-lə-tē How to pronounce collegiality (audio)
-ˌlē-gē-
: the cooperative relationship of colleagues
specifically : the participation of bishops in the government of the Roman Catholic Church in collaboration with the pope

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The board of directors, entirely composed of art dealers and gallery owners, is driven by a sense of collegiality and a commitment to the satisfaction of all exhibitors. Kissa Castaneda, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 This will drive a culture of collegiality and a feeling of purpose among employees, customers, partners and stakeholders. David Wajsgras, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 That proximity can create the kind of collegiality often lacking these days in Washington. Tiffany Stanley, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2025 Increasing concerns with governance effectiveness will motivate boards to confront barriers to intra-board collegiality and supportive behavior. Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for collegiality 

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of collegiality was in 1887

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“Collegiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collegiality. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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