Confederate
/kənˈfɛd.ə.reɪt/noun
A person or group joined with others for a common purpose, often in a political context.
Did you know?The term 'Confederate' is rooted in a Latin word meaning 'to bind together', but it also evokes the notion of secret alliances and conspiracies throughout history.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
confoederatus
“Joined together, bound in a league.”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
confederatio
“A union or league formed for mutual benefit.”
14th Century
Old French
confédérer
“To unite in a league or alliance.”
15th Century
Middle English
confederat
“One who is bound in a league or alliance.”
Modern English
English
confederate
“A member of a confederation, especially one allied in a political context.”