unilaterally
Meanings
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adjective
Acting or done on one side only; one-sided.
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adjective
Having the power to decide or act without the approval or involvement of others.
Rhymes
Words rhyming with unilaterallyunravelingly , unforgettablely , unquestionably
Variants
List of all variants of unilaterally that leads to same resultunilateral , unilaterally
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Latin unilateralis, from unilater- (unus 'one' + later- 'side')
Trivia
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The term 'unilaterally' is commonly used in international law and diplomacy.
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In medicine, 'unilateral' is used to describe conditions affecting only one side of the body.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Bilateral agreement: An agreement between two parties that is mutually binding and requires the consent of both parties.
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Multilateral agreement: An agreement between three or more parties.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'unilaterally' has been used to describe one-sided decisions or actions. In law, it refers to an agreement or contract where one party makes all the decisions or concessions without input from the other.
How to Memorize "unilaterally"
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visualize
- Visualize a single side of an object or a one-way street to remember the meaning of 'unilaterally'.
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associate
- Associate the word with one-sided decisions or actions to help remember its meaning.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Uni-later-ally' to remember the meaning: 'One side only'.
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