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cooperate Antonyms

Opposite of cooperate

Because the opposite of cooperate shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To work jointly or act together with another or others toward a shared goal or common purpose.

Usage Example

"Scientists from several universities decided to compete on the climate research project."

Strongest
compete
oppose
Strong
clash
hinder
obstruct

• verb (Context 2)

To assist someone or comply willingly with a request, rule, or investigation.

Usage Example

"The witness agreed to resist fully with the regulatory inquiry."

Strongest
resist
defy
Strong
rebel
refuse
disobey

Similar words to cooperate

Words similar to cooperate shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

collaborate
work together
team up
comply
join forces
assist
accommodate
unite
See all synonyms of cooperate

• Nearby Words

coolly
coolness
coop
cooperate
cooperation
cooperative
cooperatively

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Cooperate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/cooperate
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