Cooperate vs. Collaborate — What's the Difference?

Work jointly towards the same end

To work together, especially in a joint intellectual effort.

To work or act together toward a common end or purpose.

To cooperate treasonably, as with an enemy occupation force in one's country.

To acquiesce willingly; be compliant

To work together with others to achieve a common goal.

To form an association for common, usually economic, benefit

To voluntarily cooperate treasonably, as with an enemy occupation force in one's country.

(intransitive) To work or act together, especially for a common purpose or benefit.

To work together with another toward a common goal, especially in an intellectual endeavor; as, four chemists collaborated on the synthesis of the compound; three authors collaborated in writing the book.

(intransitive) To allow for mutual unobstructed action

To willingly cooperate with an enemy, especially an enemy nation occupying one's own country.

(intransitive) To function in harmony, side by side

Work together on a common enterprise of project;

(intransitive) To engage in economic cooperation.

Cooperate as a traitor;

To act or operate jointly with another or others; to concur in action, effort, or effect.

Work together on a common enterprise of project;