unity
UK: ˈjuːnɪti | US: ˈjuːnɪti
n. the state of being united or joined as a whole
n. harmony or agreement in feeling or action
n. (mathematics) the number one, representing indivisibility
unity = uni<one> + ty<noun suffix>
- uni (from Latin unus, meaning "one"): Indicates singularity or oneness.
- ty (noun-forming suffix from Latin -tas): Converts adjectives or roots into abstract nouns (e.g., "liberty," "equality").
Etymology Origin:
Derived from Latin unitas, unity entered Middle English via Old French unité. The root uni- reflects the core concept of oneness, while -ty abstracts it into a state or quality. The word’s evolution mirrors its meaning—retaining the idea of indivisibility from ancient Latin to modern usage in contexts like social harmony ("national unity") or mathematics ("unity in equations").
The team showed remarkable unity during the crisis.
Cultural unity strengthens a nation’s identity.
In algebra, multiplying any number by unity leaves it unchanged.
The speech emphasized the unity of purpose among volunteers.
The artist’s work symbolizes the unity of nature and humanity.