Confederation Meaning
/kənfɛdəˈɹeɪʃən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA union or alliance of states or political organizations.
nounThe act of forming an alliance.
Sentence Examples
Liechtenstein became fully independent in 1866 when the Confederation dissolved.
The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499.
The Holy Roman Empire was a confederation of princely states in Germany.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The treaty established a loose ____ of independent states for mutual defense.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The diverse colonies finally united into a single ____ for mutual trade and protection.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English confederacion, confideracion and Middle French confédération, from Old French confederacion, from Latin cōnfoederātiō. Doublet of confederacy.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The treaty established a loose ____ of independent states for mutual defense.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The diverse colonies finally united into a single ____ for mutual trade and protection.