Friendship — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈfren(d)-ˌship/ friend·ship

Meaning & Definition of Friendship

Friendship (noun)

  1. the state of being friends
  2. the quality or state of being friendly, friendliness
  3. aid

Friendship (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. kindly concern, interest, or support

    "I appreciate your friendship during this difficult time for my family"

    similar: amity, benevolence, brotherhood, charity, cordiality, cordialness, fellowship, friendliness, gemütlichkeit, good-fellowship, goodwill, kindliness, neighborliness
    related: bonhomie, camaraderie, collegiality, community, companionship, company, comradeship, civility, comity, concord, harmony, rapport, rapprochement, generosity, affinity, communion, empathy, kindness, sympathy, tolerance, altruism, philanthropy, selflessness, unselfishness
    opposite: ill will, malevolence, venom
    near: disfavor, intolerance, animosity, antagonism, antipathy, enmity, hate, hatred, hostility, incivility, malice, rancor, belligerency, quarrelsomeness, querulousness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Friendship

The most common words with a similar meaning to Friendship:

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

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Friendship

Words with the opposite meaning of Friendship:

ill will, malevolence, venom

Related Words for Friendship

bonhomie, camaraderie, collegiality, community, companionship, company, comradeship, civility, comity, concord, harmony, rapport, rapprochement, generosity, affinity, communion, empathy, kindness, sympathy, tolerance, altruism, philanthropy, selflessness, unselfishness

Near Antonyms of Friendship

disfavor, intolerance, animosity, antagonism, antipathy, enmity, hate, hatred, hostility, incivility, malice, rancor, belligerency, quarrelsomeness, querulousness

Origin & Etymology of Friendship

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Friendship

Words & Phrases Containing Friendship

betray someone's friendship

Frequently Asked Questions about Friendship

What does "Friendship" mean?

"Friendship" means the state of being friends. As a noun, it is defined as: the state of being friends.

What is another word for "Friendship"?

Other words for "Friendship" include amity, benevolence, brotherhood, charity, cordiality, cordialness, fellowship and friendliness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Friendship" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Friendship"?

There are 37 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Friendship". Common alternatives include amity, benevolence, brotherhood, charity, cordiality, cordialness, fellowship, friendliness, gemütlichkeit and good-fellowship.

What is the opposite of "Friendship"?

Antonyms of "Friendship" include ill will, malevolence and venom. Near antonyms include disfavor, intolerance, animosity and antagonism.

How do you use "Friendship" in a sentence?

Examples of "Friendship" in a sentence: "I appreciate your friendship during this difficult time for my family".

Is "Friendship" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Friendship" is a noun.

Is "Friendship" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Friendship" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Friendship"?

"Friendship" is pronounced /ˈfren(d)-ˌship/ and divided into syllables as friend·ship.