friendship

noun

friend·​ship ˈfren(d)-ˌship 

1

: the state of being friends

they have a long-standing friendship

2

: the quality or state of being friendly : friendliness

the friendship shown him by his coworkers

3

obsolete : aid

Synonyms

• amity
• benevolence
• brotherhood
• charity
• cordiality
• cordialness
• fellowship
• friendliness
• gemütlichkeit
• good-fellowship
• goodwill
• kindliness
• neighborliness

Examples of friendship in a Sentence

a friendship between two countries

They have enjoyed many years of friendship.

He was encouraged by the friendship his coworkers showed him.

Recent Examples on the Web

The series follows the lives of two Parisian teenagers, Marinette and Adrien, who transform into the superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir to protect their city from mysterious villains while navigating the challenges of school, friendships, and secret identities. —Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 2 Dec. 2024

The new moon in Scorpio on November 1 highlights your 11th house of community and friendships, which urges you to take a leadership role in group endeavors. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024

While giving may warm your heart, interacting with other civic-minded people may enhance your life with community involvement and friendships. —Nancy L. Anderson, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024

The friendship, says the Lamesch family, cooled off once Melissa let Plote know about the pregnancy. —Nikki Battiste, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see friend entry 1

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing friendship

• betray someone's friendship

Kids Definition

friendship

noun

friend·​ship ˈfren(d)-ˌship 

: the state of being friends