commonality
UK: ˌkɒməˈnæləti | US: ˌkɑːməˈnæləti
n. the state of sharing features or attributes
n. a shared feature or characteristic
common<shared> + ality<noun suffix denoting state or quality>
Etymology Origin:
The word "commonality" derives from the Latin communis (meaning "shared, public"), which evolved into the Old French comun and later Middle English commune. The suffix "-ality" (from Latin -alitas) was added to form a noun indicating the state or quality of being common. The term reflects the idea of collective traits or shared conditions, emphasizing unity or overlap among individuals or groups.
The commonality between the two cultures made collaboration easier.
Despite their differences, they found a commonality in their love for music.
The study focused on the commonalities among successful entrepreneurs.
Linguistic commonalities often reveal historical connections between languages.
The team identified key commonalities in customer feedback to improve the product.