Multilateral

/ˌmʌl.tɪˈlæt.ər.əl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Involving more than two groups or countries.

The countries engaged in multilateral negotiations to address climate change.

Relating to the participation of multiple parties or sides in an agreement or course of action.

The multilateral trade agreement was signed by over twenty nations.

Involving multiple sides or perspectives.

The organization advocates for multilateral approaches to global health issues.

Concerning multiple dimensions or aspects.

The author discussed the multilateral implications of economic policies on international relations.

From Latin 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'lateralis' meaning 'of the side'.

multilateral agreement:

An agreement among three or more parties.

multilateral diplomacy:

Diplomatic relationships involving multiple countries.

multilateral cooperation:

Collaborative efforts between several nations.

Used to describe a deal involving many parties.

That project was a multilateral win for everyone involved.