unilateral

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Definitions

adj.

Done by or affecting only one side or party, without the agreement of others.

单方面的;单边的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
uninot, reversal
+
lateralother
=unilateral

Common Collocations

  • 1.unilateral action单方面行动
  • 2.unilateral decision单方面决定

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The unilateral decision to raise prices without consulting stakeholders caused controversy.

  • 2.

    In international disputes, unilateral actions often escalate tensions rather than resolve them.

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