Confederacy
/kənˈfɛd.ər.ə.si/noun
A union of states or groups that come together for a common purpose.
Did you know?The term 'Confederacy' is linked to historical alliances that often involved not just cooperation, but also deep-seated rivalries and betrayals, echoing the complexities of human relationships throughout time.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
confoederare
“To unite or band together, especially in a league or alliance.”
Old French
Old French
conféderer
“To confer or come together in agreement.”
14th Century
Middle English
confederacie
“An alliance or league formed for mutual support.”
Modern English
English
confederacy
“A formal union of groups or states, typically for political or military purposes.”