confederation

• Union politique ou association formée par un groupe d'États, d'organisations ou de personnes qui s'accordent pour agir ensemble en vue d'un objectif commun, tout en conservant une autonomie substantielle.

A political entity or union formed by a group of states, organizations, or individuals who agree to work together for a common purpose while retaining significant autonomy.

1. Political allianceC1formal

   A union of sovereign states or groups, united for a common purpose, often with a central authority but retaining significant independence.

   Confédération (alliance politique)

   • The Swiss Confederation is a well-known example of this type of government.
   • The thirteen colonies formed a confederation after declaring independence.
   • The confederation of tribes agreed to defend their shared territory.

   Synonymesallianceassociationcoalitionconfederacyconsortiumfederationleagueunion

2. Organization or leagueC1formal

   A group of organizations, companies, or individuals that have joined together for a specific purpose.

   Confédération (organisation ou ligue)

   • The confederation of trade unions negotiated better working conditions.
   • Several small businesses formed a confederation to share resources.
   • The confederation of sports clubs organized a regional tournament.

   Synonymesallianceassociationcoalitionconsortiumfederationleagueunion