Definition & Meaning of "unilateralism"in English

Unilateralism

NOUN

the practice or principle of a nation or party taking actions, making decisions, or forming alliances without seeking or considering the approval, consensus, or cooperation of others

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Examples

The president's decision to withdraw from the international treaty was an example of unilateralism, as it was done without consulting or seeking approval from allied nations.