Definitions for unity
ˈyu nɪ tiuni·ty

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.7 / 3 votes

1. integrity, unity, wholenessnoun

   an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting

   "the integrity of the nervous system is required for normal development"; "he took measures to insure the territorial unity of Croatia"

2. one, 1, I, ace, single, unitynoun

   the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number

   "he has the one but will need a two and three to go with it"; "they had lunch at one"

3. oneness, unitynoun

   the quality of being united into one

WiktionaryRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. unitynoun

   Oneness; the state or fact of being one undivided entity.

2. unitynoun

   A single undivided thing, seen as complete in itself.

3. unitynoun

   Any of the three classical rules of drama (unity of action, unity of place, and unity of time).`

4. unitynoun

   Any element of a set or field that behaves under a given operation as the number 1 behaves under multiplication.

5. Unitynoun

   A female given name from English.

   Hitler, it seemed, had two engagements in Munich that day; one was a visit with Unity Mitford, a Nazi sympathizer belonging to the well-known British Mitford family, who was recovering in a Munich hospital from an attempted suicide.

6. Unitynoun

   A town in Saskatchewan, Canada.

7. Unitynoun

   An unincorporated community in Franklin County, Georgia.

8. Unitynoun

   An unincorporated community in Alexander County, Illinois, also known as Hodges Park Station.

9. Unitynoun

   A small unincorporated community in Boyd County, Kentucky.

10. Unitynoun

    A town and census-designated place in Waldo County, Maine.

11. Unitynoun

    An unorganized territory in Kennebec County, Maine.

12. Unitynoun

    An unincorporated community in Scotland County, Missouri.

13. Unitynoun

    A town in Sullivan County, New Hampshire.

14. Unitynoun

    An unincorporated community in Adams County, Ohio.

15. Unitynoun

    An unincorporated community in Columbiana County, Ohio.

16. Unitynoun

    A tiny city in Baker County, Oregon.

17. Unitynoun

    An unincorporated community in Lane County, Oregon.

18. Unitynoun

    A small town in Clark County, Wisconsin.

19. Unitynoun

    A village in Clark County and Marathon County, Wisconsin, located partly within the town of Unity.

20. Unitynoun

    A small town in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin.

21. Etymology: From unite, unite, from unitas, from unus + noun of state suffix -itas.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Unitynoun

   Etymology: unitas, Lat.

   1. The state of being one.

   Those hereticks introduced a plurality of Gods; and so made the profession of the unity part of the symbolum, that should discriminate the orthodox from them. Henry Hammond.

   The production of one being the destruction of another, although they generate, they increase not; and must not be said to multiply, who do not transcend an unity. Brown.

   Man is to beget
   Like of his like; his image multiply’d:
   In unity defective; which requires
   Collateral love, and dearest amity. John Milton, Par. Lost.

   Whatever we can consider as one thing, suggests to the understanding the idea of unity. John Locke.

   2. Concord; conjunction.

   That which you hear, you’ll swear
   You see, there is such unity in the proofs. William Shakespeare.

   We, of all christians, ought to promote unity among ourselves and others. Thomas Sprat, Sermons.

   3. Agreement; uniformity.

   To the avoiding of dissension, it availeth much, that there be amongst them an unity, as well in ceremonies as in doctrine. Richard Hooker, b. iv.

   4. Principle of dramatick writing, by which the tenour of the story, and propriety of representation is preserved.

   The unities of time, place, and action, are exactly observed. John Dryden, All for Love. Pref. to.

   Although in poetry it be absolutely necessary that the unities of time, place, and action should be thoroughly understood, there is still something more essential, that elevates and astonishes the fancy. Addison.

   5. [In law.]Unity of possession is a joint possession of two rights by several titles. For example, I take a lease of land from one upon a certain rent; afterwards I buy the fee-simple. This is an unity of possession, whereby the lease is extinguished; by reason that I, who had before the occupation only for my rent, am become lord of the same, and am to pay my rent to none. John Cowell

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1. Unity

   Unity is the second single from American rock band Shinedowns fourth studio album, Amaryllis.

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1. unity

   Unity can be defined as a state of oneness, coherence, or harmony among individual elements, entities, or individuals. It is the notion of coming together and working collectively towards a common goal or purpose. Unity involves the integration of diverse perspectives, opinions, or interests into a cohesive whole, often resulting in greater strength, stability, and progress.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:3.0 / 4 votes

1. Unitynoun

   the state of being one; oneness

2. Unitynoun

   concord; harmony; conjunction; agreement; uniformity; as, a unity of proofs; unity of doctrine

3. Unitynoun

   any definite quantity, or aggregate of quantities or magnitudes taken as one, or for which 1 is made to stand in calculation; thus, in a table of natural sines, the radius of the circle is regarded as unity

4. Unitynoun

   in dramatic composition, one of the principles by which a uniform tenor of story and propriety of representation are preserved; conformity in a composition to these; in oratory, discourse, etc., the due subordination and reference of every part to the development of the leading idea or the eastablishment of the main proposition

5. Unitynoun

   such a combination of parts as to constitute a whole, or a kind of symmetry of style and character

6. Unitynoun

   the peculiar characteristics of an estate held by several in joint tenancy

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1. Unity

   Unity is a town in the western part of the Canadian province of Saskatchewan with a population of almost 2200. Unity is located at the intersection of Highway 14 and Highway 21, and the intersection of the CNR and CPR main rail lines. Unity is located 200 km west of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and 375 km east of Edmonton, Alberta. The town of Wilkie is located 18.96 miles to the east. The town was the subject of playwright Kevin Kerr's Governor General's Award-winning play Unity, which dramatizes the effect of the 1918 flu pandemic on Unity.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Unity

   ū′ni-ti, n. oneness: state of being one or at one: agreement: the arrangement of all the parts to one purpose or effect: harmony: (math.) any quantity taken as one.—The unities (of place, time, and action), the three canons of the classical drama—that the scenes should be at the same place, that all the events should be such as might happen within a single day, and that nothing should be admitted not directly relevant to the development of the plot.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. unity

   A combination of elements to create a whole.

   It is beautiful to see unity between couples who love each other and are in a relationship together.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on January 12, 2020  

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   unity

   A combination of facets to create a whole.

   It is beautiful to see unity between couples who love each other and are in a relationship together.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on January 12, 2020  

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   unity

   All people on planet earth united and creating together in order of priority which are optimum health, human rights, right to life, civil rights, ethical, fair, just and moral shared prosperity, the universes truth and the collective plan for the evolution of humanity.

   Unity is so beautiful to see and feel, we are so grateful.

   
   

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   unity

   United in purpose and agreement with inclusion.

   Unity is beautiful to see in a relationship.

   
   

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1. unity

   Song lyrics by unity -- Explore a large variety of song lyrics performed by unity on the Lyrics.com website.

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British National Corpus

1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unity' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3421

2. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'unity' in Nouns Frequency: #1433

How to pronounce unity?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say unity in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of unity in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of unity in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of unity in a Sentence

1. Qin Gang:

   Opposing the splitting of the country, maintaining its unity and territorial integrity and ethnic unity, is the resolute consensus of the whole Chinese nation.

2. Vince Lombardi:

   Build for your team a feeling of oneness, of dependence on one another and of strength to be derived by unity.

3. Donald Trump:

   I was very, very surprised [by his comments], he talks about unity but what is this about unity?

4. Sigmund Freud:

   Civilization is a process in the service of Eros, whose purpose is to combine single human individuals, and after that families, then races, peoples and nations, into one great unity, the unity of mankind. Why this has to happen, we do not know; the work of Eros is precisely this.

5. Gudni Thorlacius Johannesson:

   It's hard to single anyone out, but I really do admire our unity - it makes each individual stronger. Argentina has way better players than us, but we gain strength through our unity.

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