Unanimity - now, do not - well worth it.And rare, especially in Western societies, is not prone to conformism.But in the Soviet Union the word "solidarity" has become a cult classic."Solidarity" - meaning "I agree, I support."Word book, but it can often be heard in the speech of people of different social strata, it is often pronounced from the stands.
Location borrowing?
What does the word "solidarity"?The Russian language is the original "solidarity" comes from the French, and even born in the ancient Roman state.Linked to the concept of firmness and integrity, unity, he is related by birth modern word "solid" - a solid, impressive."Solidarity" - it means "fully sympathize with, support."
That is, using the concept expressed approval, and this approval is very strong.It is associated with the concept of like-mindedness, the support means hardness, explicitness support uttering "I agree."It is the highest degree of acceptance of your words interlocutor.
reasons for the popularity of the concept
term "solidarity" became popular precisely because unanimity in the Soviet state, the integrity of the society, but often formal, has been declared and the actual value.It is difficult to manage a fragmented group, but solidary people who do not feel entitled to an opinion, renounced critical thinking - light "material" for the rulers.Word was imposed, so the fact of its popularity is amazing.In itself, it is propaganda - it's very bright and a good word, it shows the hot support and the strength of the relationship.
More than emotions
«Solidarity» - is not just "have the same opinion with you."It is also a willingness to protect the common ideals and values.Solidarity - This active support, not just sympathy.For example, the workers of a certain city a certain spheres of industry strike.
If workers are out of town the same sphere of industry solidarity - they also temporarily stop working.In everyday speech, the word expresses and emotional support, even though the original value is related only to the expression of readiness to help the business.In official sources the word was used to a greater extent in connection with real actions.
Nowadays in official sources, the word was used less frequently.But people often say "solidarity", expressing the consent and support, however, often very emotional.So, the word is not just been imposed "from above", it really is related to the values of the people.Therefore, survived.